Ep. 647: My Top Books of 2023

Discover the power of shadow archetypes in character development. Join the Shadow Archetypes course to write stories of depth and complexity.

Learn the art of writing deeply emotional fiction. Discover six tools to infuse stories with emotional resonance that lingers for readers.

Learn how to use antagonists to create unforgettable plots. Strengthen narratives and build your characters' journey with this skill.

Use this essential guide to backstory to share the history of your characters and story world with your audience at just the right moments.

Learn how to regain a sense of creative fulfillment in the business of writing and get tips for managing the pressures of marketing fiction.

Five reasons marketing is hard for writers and how to flip your mindset to embrace marketing and business as tremendous opportunities.

Writing multiple plotlines in your fiction doesn't have to be hard. Learn to navigate the intricacies while balancing the pros and cons.

Turns out my personal experiences this year perfectly represent what I want to say about the importance of Flat Arcs in character development.

Before we say goodbye to the old year, let's take a look at what were, according to your pageviews, my top 10 writing posts of 2023.

Check out some of my favorite books from 2023 in three categories: Fiction, Writing How-To, and General Non-Fiction.