If you want to write authentic and captivating dialogue that doesn't sound like actors in an employee safety video, consider these tips as you write. 

There have always been those who write by planning and those that write on a whim, when it comes to symbolism, it’s much the same. However, what’s interesting is the deeper symbolic elements that come up unplanned in a story. Many authors are surprised to find the connections and deeper meaning their readers pull out of a story.

It’s easy to find reasons not to write. StoryForge is all about taking the often isolating practice of writing and sharing your experience (the triumphs and the challenges) with the community. We’re here to support you through every step of your writing journey. Today let’s take a look at five writer myths that are holding you back. 

Let’s look at some common types of feedback and how to tackle updates. 

Red Herrings are a great way to keep readers guessing. A type of foreshadowing, they're pieces that are meant to mislead your reader into expecting a different outcome.

Blake Snyder’s “Save the Cat” method can help plan your story, balance your pace, and point you in the right direction as you write.

The blurb offers so much to your reader without giving away the whole story. Sure it helps sell your book, but more specifically, the blurb promises something familiar and comforting, a story that fits within the expectations of a genre they enjoy.