Finding Writing Inspiration
By BookBaby author Lee Purcell Estimated reading time: 6 minutes The idea, drawn from Greek mythology, is that all creative inspiration springs from muses, the daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne. The...
View ArticleWhat’s the Difference Between the Main Character and Protagonist?
By BookBaby author Philip Kinsher Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Although people often use the terms “main character” and “protagonist” interchangeably, they carry distinct roles that shape the...
View ArticleHow to Write a Good Story (6 Tips for Aspiring Authors)
By BookBaby author Lauren Davish Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Reading a good story isn’t just entertaining; it can be a powerful, profound, even life-changing experience. We become emotionally...
View ArticleFinding Your Voice as a Writer
By BookBaby author Lee Purcell Estimated reading time: 8 minutes How do you find your voice as a writer? This question is right up there with perennial questions like, “What should I be when I grow...
View ArticleHow to Write a Book Title That Gets Attention
By BookBaby author Michael Gallant Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Whether it comes first or last in your process — or anywhere in the middle — titling your book makes a huge difference in how...
View ArticleA Character Death: Ideas to Further Your Plot
By BookBaby author Scott McCormick Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Killing a character can be a powerful storytelling device. Done properly, a character’s death can shock; it can take the plot in a...
View ArticleProtagonist vs. Antagonist: A Guide to Writing Characters
By BookBaby author Lauren Davish Estimated reading time: 6 minutes When writing characters for your story, the protagonist and the antagonist may naturally be the first you create. The conflict between...
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