In this guest post, novelist William Meikle offers tips on writing leads (“killer opening lines”) – and keeping your readers hooked. But first, I have to share a quip from Annie Dillard on how to be a successful writer: “One of the few things I know about writing is this: spend it all, shoot it, play it, [...]
Published author and successful writer William Meikle offers five ways to improve your writing skills, articles, and books. Becoming a successful writer is a process, so buckle up and enjoy the journey, fellow scribes! Before the tips, a quip: “As a writer, it’s all too easy to concentrate on the mechanics of submitting work to editors [...]
These short story endings for writers to avoid are from published author William Meikle. Use these fiction writing tips to end your story without boring or disappointing your readers… “A logical, satisfying ending is always required in a short story, but how do you ensure that yours is fresh and new?” asks this author of The Valley. ‘One [...]
Author William Meikle describes how to write young adult books, based on JK Rowling’s success. HIs tips for writers are inspired by JK Rowling’s characters, plot, and themes. “Fantasy fiction is big business, and many authors are trying hard to break in,” says Meikle, author of The Midnight Eye Files: The Amulet. “The burning question on [...]
