by Shannon Dittemore | Feb 8, 2023 | Plot, Story Structure, The Craft of Writing, Writing
Just two elements left! Plot and Theme! If you’re playing catch up, here are the previous articles in this series introducing the Five Elements of Fiction: The Five Elements of Fiction The Five Elements of Fiction: Style The Five Elements of Fiction: Character...
by Shannon Dittemore | Jan 11, 2023 | Elements of Fiction, Setting, The Craft of Writing, World Building, Writing
Today, we’re going to dive back into our series focusing on the Five Elements of Fiction, but first things first! Yesterday, my newest book, REBEL, BRAVE AND BRUTAL, hit shelves! It’s the sequel to my 2020 release, WINTER, WHITE AND WICKED and it feels so...
by Shannon Dittemore | Nov 9, 2022 | Characters, Elements of Fiction, The Craft of Writing, Writing
Today we’re jumping back into our series on The Five Elements of Fiction with some thoughts on Character. Previous posts in this series include: The Five Elements of Fiction The Five Elements of Fiction: Style Today, it’s all about Character! That’s...
by Stephanie Morrill | Nov 2, 2022 | Dialogue, The Craft of Writing
Occasionally I see those word lists on Pinterest, Instagram, or even educational sites geared toward teachers or young writers: “Creative words to use instead of said.” On the list are words like exclaimed, retorted, jeered, and other jazzy words. I...
by Shannon Dittemore | Sep 14, 2022 | Elements of Fiction, Story Structure, The Craft of Writing, Writing, Writing Exercise
Happy Wednesday, writers! I’m a little bogged down out here in California. There’s a fire raging about a half hour from where we live, and we’ve got a house full of evacuees. They’re lovely, and I’m so glad we have space to share, but it...
by Shannon Dittemore | Aug 10, 2022 | Elements of Fiction, The Craft of Writing, Writing
We’re back! I know Steph celebrated our return with you last week, but it still feels bizarre that we’ve had two months away from you all. It went like a flash! This summer, the Dittemore family celebrated our son’s high school graduation with a trip...
