Anna Staniszewski

I’m always on the lookout for good writing-related posts in the blogosphere, and this week has been filled with them. Here’s a list of a few I found especially helpful.

-What do all stories need to keep readers going? Tension. Julia Rocchi talks about adding tension to your writing.

-First person narration seems more popular than ever these days, but when done poorly it can be tedious. James Scott Bell gives some tips on how to avoid boring your readers with first person POV.

-Emotion in stories needs to feel genuine, but that’s easier said than done. Anthony James Barnett gives some pointers on creating emotion in writing.

-Mystery writer Joanna Campbell Slan writes about creating distinct characters.

-And finally, for those of you looking for answers to odd questions, check out writer/librarian Nan Marino’s research advice.

Are there any posts on writing you found helpful this week? Feel free to tell us about them in comments!

Tune in tomorrow when I discuss the ins and outs of writing description.