Author: APN

My Book Planning Process

After 10 years of serious writing, I’ve got my book planning progress down to a pat. Now this method won’t work for everyone. You have to find your own process, and that can sometimes mean a few false starts and failed attempts. But you’ll find your ideal method in the end.

The Magical Object

Magical objects can add an exciting and mythical element to any story, but only if they are given the appropriate context, background and purpose. And are not just introduced as a plot device.

My Journey to Becoming a Writer

I can remember the moment I decided I wanted to become a writer. Little did I know that it would lead me down a path that would dictate my life.

Sense of an Ending

Unresolved endings: Love them or hate them? This post looks at an anime called Dragon Dentist, and why its ending is so fantastic.

Sense of a Beginning

In my opinion, the beginning is the most important part of a book for a writer to get right. You only have a little time to draw your reader into your story.

What Makes a Book YA?

There’s often a debate around some books and whether or not they are classed as Young Adult. So what makes a book YA?