by Foster | Writing Q & A
Setting is the background against which you tell your story. At its most basic, setting includes the place and time of your tale — the where and when. But to really nail setting and tap into its power to grip the reader and pull him into your world, you need to...
by Foster | Writing Q & A
One of the first questions you need to answer when starting your new novel is which point of view you plan to use. It’s a choice that could affect everything from your voice to your individual plot points, so you need to consider it carefully. Most of the time,...
by Foster | Writing Q & A
“Show, Don’t Tell” is one of those golden nuggets of writing advice that has become so ubiquitous, so often re-uttered, that it has almost lost its meaning among writers trying to improve. It’s a part of our normal speech pattern at this point....
by Foster | Writing Q & A
Theme is one of the primary concepts in writing effective fiction, yet it is often elusive for writers. Nail your theme consistently throughout a story or book, and you’ll leave a lasting impression on your reader. Without theme, though, your story is just a...
