Author: rwoodsfiction
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Writing Characters: The Classic Narcissist
Messy characters make for great stories. I’m starting a series with some character profiles that you can use to build and breathe life into your flawed creation. This post may also be a wake up call if you actually have one of these people in your life. So here is some info on writing narcissistic…
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Storm & Solace on Audiobook
Storm and Solace by author Robin Woods is now available on audio. Check out this highly-rated, fresh take on Beauty & the Beast set in the Viking era.
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Author Appearance, Workshop, & New Book
Have you ever wanted to sit in on one of my writing classes? Well, here is your chance. I’m going to be at the Florence Festival of Books on Saturday, September 23rd. Join me at my author appearance, writing workshop, and grab a copy of my new book.
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Angry Word List
Is your character angry? Use the Other Words for ANGER WORD LIST to add depth and specificity to that anger.
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Writing Pep Talk
Writing regularly takes diligence…and people leaving you alone. Here are twelve encouragements/reminders to get you writing again.
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Interview with JANE YOLEN
An interview with multi-award-winning author Jane Yolen about how to be a productive writer, finding time, origins, and an original poem.
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Writing Organically
Pace is, I think, one of the toughest things to wrap your mind around as an author. The mechanics of writing can be learned; structure can be applied to give a story shape and direction. Tension and conflict can be created through character interaction. But pace can remain elusive no matter how many books you’ve…
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Bad Habits for Characters
No one is perfect, especially your characters. Use these handy lists to get inspired to mess someone up. I mean, give your characters relatable flaws. 😀
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BUSTING WRITER’S BLOCK
Have you ever struggled to get words on the page? Here are 5 actionable steps for busting writer’s block and getting inspiration to flow.
