What is a character foil? Find out what foil chararcters are and how writers use them. Examples of character foils from famous literature and Disney movies.
The Two Secrets to Creating a Perfect Character Arc
What do Clueless, Wonder Woman, and Game of Thrones have in common? Amazing character arcs! Learn the secrets of writing your own perfect character arc.
How to Write a Plot Twist
Want to write a killer plot twist? Learn seven proven tips to help craft a winning plot twist for your story, screenplay, or novel.
How to Fix a Mary Sue Character
Learn how to fix your boring “Mary Sue” or “Gary Stu” characters with these six helpful tips on how to create an interesting and dynamic protagonist.
External Conflict vs. Internal Conflict: How to Use Both in Your Fiction
External conflict vs. internal conflict. Find out what both these terms mean and how to use them to bring your fictional characters to life!
Ten Free Online Tools for Creative Writers
Ten free online tools for creative writers that will help you stay productive, manage your time and stretch your imagination.
Author Interview: Garrett Robinson
Garrett Robinson, author of the Nightblade Epic sits down with the Art of Narrative to discuss the fantasy genre, indie writing, and self-publishing.
How Jane Austen Creates a Theme
Explore how Jane Austen used character conflicts to develop the theme of communication in Pride & Prejudice
Exploring Nonlinear Narratives
Learn the power of nonlinear narratives, and how the best authors this tool to create themes and highlight character arcs!
The Ultimate Guide to Point of View
Point of view is the term used to describe who the author chooses to tell their story. But really, and more importantly, it’s who your reader is engaging with. Learn all the secret to crafting a perfect POV character for your story!