By Janice Hardy Many writers dread the middle of a novel—but writing a strong one is easier than you think. When I was new to writing, every...

By Janice Hardy Strong plots start with two deceptively simple questions. The sheer number of plotting questions I get—both in person a...

By Janice Hardy A re-read might be the right path to find your story and fall in love with it all over again. Many writers shudder at th...

By Janice Hardy Figure out your word count without losing your mind. You’ve finally finished the novel you’ve been working on for oh-so-...

By Janice Hardy Should you clue readers in or keep them guessing? It’s one of those sneaky little questions that pops up mid-draft, usually ...

By Janice Hardy  Your narrative voice sets you apart from other writers. Voice is one of those things that's easy to spot, but hard to ...

By Janice Hardy, @Janice_Hardy Struggling to find where your story truly begins? Learn how to pinpoint the perfect place for your inciting ...

By Janice Hardy, @Janice_Hardy The wrong words can flatten the right feelings—learn how to spot them and breathe emotion back into your sc...

By Janice Hardy, @Janice_Hardy Tiny tweaks in a story can cause a tidal wave of changes. Maybe I’m a writing freak, but I actually love revi...

By Janice Hardy, @Janice_Hardy Suspense matters in all novels, not just the thrillers and the horror stories. The most memorable experienc...