Laurie Wallmark's Blog, page 16

Traditional vs. Self Publishing

 Here are some ways to choose whether to publish your book traditionally or to self publish it.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2022/07/traditional-vs-self-publishing-which-one-is-best-for-you/

Picture Book Concepts

 How can you make the concept of your picture book fresh so it stands out?

https://annerallen.com/2025/05/hidden-world-of-writing-scams/

Dialogue Mechanics

 What are the proper ways to insert dialogue (including thoughts) into your manuscript?

https://annerallen.com/2025/05/hidden-world-of-writing-scams/

Writing Scams

 Here's how to identify scams aimed at writers.

https://annerallen.com/2025/05/hidden-world-of-writing-scams/

Midbook Slump

 Why does your story slump in the middle and what can you do about it?

https://reneefountain.substack.com/p/the-midbook-slump-why-great-writing

POV and Tense

 Who is telling your story and when?

https://writerunboxed.com/2025/04/16/who-is-telling-this-story-and-when-creative-and-purposeful-uses-of-person-and-tense/

Character Arcs

 Here are nine growth milestones that define your character's arc.

https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/04/build-growth-milestones-into-your-characters-arc/

Defining Your Voice

 Here aer nine metrics that define your narrative voice.

https://lydianetzer.substack.com/p/week-9-finding-your-voice

Dialogue Techniques

 Here are some techniques to make your dialogue more realistic.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/04/6-tips-for-creating-chemistry-between-characters/

Chemistry Between Characters

 How do you create chemistry when your characters interact?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/04/6-tips-for-creating-chemistry-between-characters/