Golden May | Book Coaching & EditingGetting to the Heart of Your Cast With Character InterviewsCreating a vibrant cast of characters is often easier said than done. Here’s how character interviews can help!Apr 11, 2022Apr 11, 2022
Golden May | Book Coaching & EditingHow to World Build on the PageRevealing your speculative fiction world on the page is a tricky skill. Check out these tips and examples and become a master!Dec 3, 2021Dec 3, 2021
Golden May | Book Coaching & Editing6 Tips for NaNoWriMo SuccessIt’s almost November which means it’s almost time for National Novel Writing Month(NaNoWriMo or NaNo for short)! NaNoWriMo is a challenge…Oct 25, 2021Oct 25, 2021
Golden May | Book Coaching & EditingStart Your Story StrongCreate a story Catalyst that challenges your character’s internal flaw and sets up the course of events that is about to change their life!Aug 31, 2021Aug 31, 2021
Golden May | Book Coaching & EditingHow to Write Act BreaksThe secret to an effective Act Break? Character. Learn how to use your Act Two and Three breaks to effectively show arcs of change.Jul 22, 2021Jul 22, 2021
Golden May | Book Coaching & EditingCreate Killer Character GoalsYour protagonist needs both internal and external goals they’re prepared to fight tooth and nail to get.Jun 21, 20211Jun 21, 20211
Golden May | Book Coaching & EditingHow to Nail Your First and Last ScenesLearn how to craft first and last scenes that demonstrate how much your main character has changed throughout your story!May 11, 2021May 11, 2021
Golden May | Book Coaching & EditingHow to Shape a Character Arc Using Pivot PointsThe best way to show a character’s internal change is to have their PLANS change as a result of it. Learn to plot with Pivot Points!Apr 12, 2021Apr 12, 2021
Golden May | Book Coaching & EditingHow to Pick the Perfect ProtagonistThe character in the driver’s seat of your story is critical. But how do you know which is the RIGHT main character for your story?Mar 15, 2021Mar 15, 2021
Golden May | Book Coaching & EditingHow Plot + Character IntersectPlot should push characters to make decisions. Those decisions should influence the plot. Learn how to weave a tight plot/character story!Feb 1, 20211Feb 1, 20211
