Writing Today

Thank you for watching! If you have any questions or future topics, be sure to let me know. ___ ||| Your Free Course: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/your-free-course.html ___ ||| My Writer's Workshop: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/writers-workshop.html ___ ||| My Website: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/ ||| The Post: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/home/developing-your-writing-voice-tips-for-creating-an-authentic-and-memorable-style ___ ||| My Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepennedsleuth ___ ||| My Webcomics: https://linktr.ee/matthewdewe 00:00 Introduction 00:50 Reading Like a Writer 02:10 Write What You Know 04:14 Experiment 06:17 Being Authentic 07:44 Embracing the Flaws 09:32 Write Short Stories 10:42 My Thoughts Be sure to follow me here: ||| Instagram: https://bit.ly/2Nf73qM ||| Pinterest: https://bit.ly/2OgMDOI ||| Twitter: https://bit.ly/3mXYH48 ||| Reddit: https://bit.ly/3lShKLM ||| Facebook: https://bit.ly/36R196D Writing style is something I often discuss with my students, and I maintain the belief that everyone’s style is simply how they write naturally. However, if you are new to writing stories, developing that natural writing style is difficult, so today I will be going through some of the best tips for creating your writing voice. #writingtoday #writingfiction #fictionwriting #howtowrite Developing Your Writing Voice: Tips for Creating an Authentic and Memorable Style

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Thank you for watching! If you have any questions or future topics, be sure to let me know. ___ ||| Your Free Course: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/your-free-course.html ___ ||| My Writer's Workshop: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/writers-workshop.html ___ ||| My Website: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/ ||| The Post: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/home/the-psychology-of-fear-how-to-use-your-readers-emotions-to-create-a-gripping-thriller ___ ||| My Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepennedsleuth ___ ||| My Webcomics: https://linktr.ee/matthewdewe 00:00 Introduction 01:04 Fear in Writing 02:13 The Science of Fear 03:50 Some Practical Tips 08:32 Universal Fears to Play With 11:24 My Thoughts Be sure to follow me here: ||| Instagram: https://bit.ly/2Nf73qM ||| Pinterest: https://bit.ly/2OgMDOI ||| Twitter: https://bit.ly/3mXYH48 ||| Reddit: https://bit.ly/3lShKLM ||| Facebook: https://bit.ly/36R196D Whether you are writing a thriller short story or a thriller novel, you want to send a shiver down the reader's spine. No matter what fiction genre you are writing for, you want to evoke an emotional response, and for thriller novels, that is page-turning fear. That’s what I will be talking about today, explaining the science of fear in writing and giving you tips on how to spark it in your stories. #writingtoday #writingfiction #fictionwriting #howtowrite The Psychology of Fear: How to Use Your Reader’s Emotions to Create a Gripping Thriller

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Thank you for watching! If you have any questions or future topics, be sure to let me know. ___ ||| Your Free Course: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/your-free-course.html ___ ||| My Writer's Workshop: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/writers-workshop.html ___ ||| My Website: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/ ||| The Post: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/home/the-villain-writing-formula-how-to-craft-a-truly-unforgettable-antagonist ___ ||| My Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepennedsleuth ___ ||| My Webcomic: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/malice.html ||| Webtoon: https://bit.ly/3EM25sS ||| Tapas: https://bit.ly/3EPRmNQ 00:00 Introduction 00:48 Step 1 - Establishing Motivation 03:06 Step 2 - Personality and Backstory 05:38 Step 3 - Flaws and Vulnerabilities 08:21 Step 4 - A Dynamic Relationship 10:27 Step 5 - Making the Villain Memorable 11:21 My Thoughts Be sure to follow me here: ||| Instagram: https://bit.ly/2Nf73qM ||| Pinterest: https://bit.ly/2OgMDOI ||| Twitter: https://bit.ly/3mXYH48 ||| Reddit: https://bit.ly/3lShKLM ||| Facebook: https://bit.ly/36R196D The antagonist is one of the most important elements of a great story. A compelling bad guy can make or break a story, adding depth, tension, and conflict that keeps the reader engaged from beginning to end. Crafting such a villain is easier said than done, but that’s what I will be discussing today! #writingtoday #writingfiction #fictionwriting #howtowrite The Villain Writing Formula: How to Craft a Truly Unforgettable Antagonist

Thank you for watching! If you have any questions or future topics, be sure to let me know. ___ ||| Your Free Course: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/your-free-course.html ___ ||| My Writer's Workshop: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/writers-workshop.html ___ ||| My Website: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/ ||| The Post: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/home/writing-for-every-reader-how-to-adapt-your-style-for-different-genres ___ ||| My Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepennedsleuth ___ ||| My Webcomic: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/malice.html ||| Webtoon: https://bit.ly/3EM25sS ||| Tapas: https://bit.ly/3EPRmNQ 00:00 Introduction 00:59 Understanding Different Genres 02:16 Tips for Adapting Your Style 06:56 Overcoming Some Common Challenges 10:16 My Thoughts Be sure to follow me here: ||| Instagram: https://bit.ly/2Nf73qM ||| Pinterest: https://bit.ly/2OgMDOI ||| Twitter: https://bit.ly/3mXYH48 ||| Reddit: https://bit.ly/3lShKLM ||| Facebook: https://bit.ly/36R196D Writing for different genres is like trying on different outfits - you want to make sure you’re wearing the right clothes for the occasion. Each genre has its own unique style and audience, and as a writer, it’s important to adapt your writing to fit their expectations. And it’s not as daunting as it seems! In this article, I will share some tips and tricks for your adapting your style to any genre. #writingtoday #writingfiction #fictionwriting #howtowrite Writing for Every Reader: How to Adapt Your Style for Different Genres

Thank you for watching! If you have any questions or future topics, be sure to let me know. ___ ||| Your Free Course: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/your-free-course.html ___ ||| My Writer's Workshop: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/writers-workshop.html ___ ||| My Website: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/ ||| The Post: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/home/the-benefits-of-writing-every-day-how-to-make-writing-a-habit ___ ||| My Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepennedsleuth ___ ||| My Webcomic: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/malice.html ||| Webtoon: https://bit.ly/3EM25sS ||| Tapas: https://bit.ly/3EPRmNQ 00:00 Introduction 01:07 The Benefits of Daily Writing 05:58 Tips for Daily Writing 10:34 My Thoughts Be sure to follow me here: ||| Instagram: https://bit.ly/2Nf73qM ||| Pinterest: https://bit.ly/2OgMDOI ||| Twitter: https://bit.ly/3mXYH48 ||| Reddit: https://bit.ly/3lShKLM ||| Facebook: https://bit.ly/36R196D Writing takes practice to develop, like any skill, which is why it requires consistent effort to see improvement. Busy schedules and writer’s block can make it difficult to make writing a priority. That’s why I will be talking about the benefits of writing every day as well as tips to develop this habit. Let’s dive in and learn how to make a writing routine! #writingtoday #writingfiction #fictionwriting #howtowrite The Benefits of Writing Every Day: How to Make Writing a Habit

Thank you for watching! If you have any questions or future topics, be sure to let me know. ___ ||| Your Free Course: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/your-free-course.html ___ ||| My Writer's Workshop: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/writers-workshop.html ___ ||| My Website: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/ ||| The Post: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/home/writing-thoughts-writing-rituals-that-help-inspire-me-to-write ___ ||| My Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepennedsleuth ___ ||| My Webcomic: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/malice.html ||| Webtoon: https://bit.ly/3EM25sS ||| Tapas: https://bit.ly/3EPRmNQ 00:00 Introduction 00:51 The Topic 01:17 My Writing Rituals 03:49 Why is this Important? 04:49 What is Next? Be sure to follow me here: ||| Instagram: https://bit.ly/2Nf73qM ||| Pinterest: https://bit.ly/2OgMDOI ||| Twitter: https://bit.ly/3mXYH48 ||| Reddit: https://bit.ly/3lShKLM ||| Facebook: https://bit.ly/36R196D Every writer is unique. Whether it is the genre they work with, the style they use, or the habits they develop when writing stories. These rituals are often used to help get one comfortable writing, but sometimes these are rituals to just help us start, whether we’re struggling with writer’s block or needing a fresh dose of inspiration! Today, I will be talking about some of my writing rituals and how developing your own can improve your writing experience! #writingtoday #writingfiction #fictionwriting #howtowrite Writing Thoughts: Writing Rituals that Help Inspire Me to Write

Thank you for watching! If you have any questions or future topics, be sure to let me know. ___ ||| Your Free Course: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/your-free-course.html ___ ||| My Writer's Workshop: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/writers-workshop.html ___ ||| My Website: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/ ||| The Post: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/home/the-writers-toolkit-writing-excercises-to-help-you-tell-great-stories ___ ||| My Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepennedsleuth ___ ||| My Webcomic: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/malice.html ||| Webtoon: https://bit.ly/3EM25sS ||| Tapas: https://bit.ly/3EPRmNQ 00:00 Introduction 00:45 Get the Most From These Exercises 01:56 Exercise 1 - The Character Sketch 03:39 Exercise 2 - A New Point of View 05:27 Exercise 3 - Dialogue Practice 07:42 Exercise 4 - Setting Descriptions 09:37 Exercise 5 - Set Writing Constraints 11:24 My Thoughts Be sure to follow me here: ||| Instagram: https://bit.ly/2Nf73qM ||| Pinterest: https://bit.ly/2OgMDOI ||| Twitter: https://bit.ly/3mXYH48 ||| Reddit: https://bit.ly/3lShKLM ||| Facebook: https://bit.ly/36R196D Writing is one of those creative careers where you don’t just improve from writing complete novels, you also improve through practice. Many great writers take the time to fine-tune their story-telling techniques with short stories and writing exercises, dabbling with different ideas until they not only have a better grip on their style, but their story as well. Today, I am going to be sharing some writing exercises that can help you tell compelling stories. Let’s begin! #writingtoday #writingfiction #fictionwriting #howtowrite The Writer's Toolkit: Writing Exercises to Help You Tell Great Stories

Thank you for watching! If you have any questions or future topics, be sure to let me know. ___ ||| Your Free Course: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/your-free-course.html ___ ||| My Writer's Workshop: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/writers-workshop.html ___ ||| My Website: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/ ||| The Post: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/home/writing-thoughts-the-invisible-toll-of-writing-facing-burnout ___ ||| My Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepennedsleuth ___ ||| My Webcomic: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/malice.html ||| Webtoon: https://bit.ly/3EM25sS ||| Tapas: https://bit.ly/3EPRmNQ 00:00 Introduction 01:00 The Topic 02:44 My Thoughts 04:50 Conclusion Be sure to follow me here: ||| Instagram: https://bit.ly/2Nf73qM ||| Pinterest: https://bit.ly/2OgMDOI ||| Twitter: https://bit.ly/3mXYH48 ||| Reddit: https://bit.ly/3lShKLM ||| Facebook: https://bit.ly/36R196D There are always those days that bring you down. The days that start poorly, or something terrible happened the day before, or you feel sickly. Then, there are those days where nothing has gone wrong, but your energy is tapped and your mind foggy. The days leading up to it felt like your peak, you were at your most active, and then…it all fizzled out. Today, I will share my thoughts on burnout as a writer. #writingtoday #writingfiction #fictionwriting #howtowrite Writing Thoughts: The Invisible Toll of Writing & Facing Burnout

Full Video: https://youtu.be/ZdByGngxV2w ||| My Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MatthewDeweyWriter #writingtips #writingclips #matthewdeweywriter #thepennedsleuth ALL NOVELS NEED interesting conflict to get the reader's attention!

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Thank you for watching! If you have any questions or future topics, be sure to let me know. ___ ||| Your Free Course: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/your-free-course.html ___ ||| My Writer's Workshop: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/writers-workshop.html ___ ||| My Website: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/ ||| The Post: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/home/hook-your-readers-from-the-start-5-tips-for-crafting-a-compelling-first-chapter ___ ||| My Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepennedsleuth ___ ||| My Webcomic: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/malice.html ||| Webtoon: https://bit.ly/3EM25sS ||| Tapas: https://bit.ly/3EPRmNQ 00:00 Introduction 01:13 Tip 1 - Start with an Action Scene 03:20 Tip 2 - Establish the Setting and Tone 04:59 Tip 3 - Introduce a Compelling Protagonist 07:45 Tip 4 - Create Conflict 09:23 Tip 5 - Show, Don't Tell 11:08 My Thoughts Be sure to follow me here: ||| Instagram: https://bit.ly/2Nf73qM ||| Pinterest: https://bit.ly/2OgMDOI ||| Twitter: https://bit.ly/3mXYH48 ||| Reddit: https://bit.ly/3lShKLM ||| Facebook: https://bit.ly/36R196D The first chapter is often approached with fear. Even the most inexperienced writer knows that the first chapter decides whether the reader will read any further, whether they will buy the book. That is why writers need to understand what elements are so compelling. And that’s what I’m talking about today! Here are 5 tips to hook your readers from the start! #writingtoday #writingfiction #fictionwriting #howtowrite Hook Your Readers from the Start: 5 Tips for Crafting a Compelling First Chapter

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Thank you for watching! If you have any questions or future topics, be sure to let me know. ___ ||| Your Free Course: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/your-free-course.html ___ ||| My Writer's Workshop: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/writers-workshop.html ___ ||| My Website: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/ ||| The Post: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/home/scare-your-readers-my-top-10-tips-for-writing-horror-that-will-haunt-your-reader ___ ||| My Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thepennedsleuth ___ ||| My Webcomic: https://www.thepennedsleuth.com/malice.html ||| Webtoon: https://bit.ly/3EM25sS ||| Tapas: https://bit.ly/3EPRmNQ 00:00 Introduction 01:25 Tip 1 - A Sense of Uneasiness 02:53 Tip 2 - Psychological Elements of Fear 04:19 Tip 3 - Vivid and Sensory Descriptions 05:34 Tip 4 - Use Symbolism 07:34 Tip 5 - Use Fear of the Unknown 09:07 Tip 6 - Balance Violence and Suspense 10:26 Tip 7 - Use Primal Fears 12:46 Tip 8 - Understand Your Fears 14:03 Tip 9 - Keep Your Character Relateable 15:36 Tip 10 - End Your Story on a High Note 17:10 My Thoughts Be sure to follow me here: ||| Instagram: https://bit.ly/2Nf73qM ||| Pinterest: https://bit.ly/2OgMDOI ||| Twitter: https://bit.ly/3mXYH48 ||| Reddit: https://bit.ly/3lShKLM ||| Facebook: https://bit.ly/36R196D #horror #horrorwriting #horrorstories Horror is a genre that can do really well when the writer uses the right storytelling techniques. However, if the techniques are lacking, the scariest genre loses its edge. How do you tap into the reader’s fears and craft a story that will keep them on the edge of their seat? Fear not, that’s what we will be talking about today as I share with you 10 tips for writing horror that will haunt your reader long after they’ve finished the story. That’s enough suspense, let’s dive into the very first tip! #writingtoday #writingfiction #fictionwriting #howtowrite Scare Your Readers: My Top 10 Tips for Writing Horror that will Haunt Your Reader

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Full Video: https://youtu.be/Pfc0ClL4piQ ||| My Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MatthewDeweyWriter #writingtips #writingclips #matthewdeweywriter #thepennedsleuth HAVING A UNIQUE STORY can be a double-edged sword!