Writing Craft and Mindset Tips

Another Argument for Knowing the Point

Because it really matters.

Jun 11 •

Stephanie Dethlefs

Writing in the Deep End

Where fear and desire collide

Jun 5 •

Stephanie Dethlefs

On Turning Points

They hold undeniable energy.

May 14 •

Stephanie Dethlefs

When Words Get Stuck: A Writer's Guide to Patience

It's worth the wait.

Apr 30 •

Stephanie Dethlefs

The Dark Night of the Soul

Why we put our characters through the wringer.

Apr 17 •

Stephanie Dethlefs

What I Wish I'd Known Then

An Open Letter to 8-Year-Old Me

Mar 26 •

Stephanie Dethlefs

Storytelling Clarity: How to Identify Your Narrative Purpose

I'm getting vulnerable here.

Mar 20 •

Stephanie Dethlefs

Feeling Stuck? 6 Micro Wins for Creative Writers

Watch now (22 mins) | Watch Now | 6 Strategies for When You're Struggling to Start

Mar 17 •

Stephanie Dethlefs

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Writing Wins: Charting Creativity, Tracking Triumph

Two small things that have made a big difference.

Mar 5 •

Stephanie Dethlefs

Turning Point Scenes: A Key to Unlocking Story Success

How did we get here?

Feb 13 •

Stephanie Dethlefs

Me, Procrastinate?

What I learned about my process just last week.

Feb 6 •

Stephanie Dethlefs

Who Are These People?

Developing characters who resonate.

Jan 15 •

Stephanie Dethlefs

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