by Zoe M. McCarthy | Feb 9, 2017 | Writing
Archetype is defined here as a type of person whose typical behaviors are the same as those of others of the same type. For example, cowards exhibit some typical behaviors. They fear danger, lack courage, and avoid or quit dangerous situations. Before I list 79...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Feb 2, 2017 | Writing
This is the second installment of 12 plot twist ideas, examples, and the expected questions readers will have. See Part 1 for more ideas and examples. Twist Ideas, Examples & Readers’ Questions Betrayed by an oh-so-helpful friend. Hero’s friend helps him cruise...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Nov 17, 2016 | Writing
Definition of Irony Irony is a literary technique in which the writer sets up the reader’s expectation and then reverses it. Common Examples of Irony Andy opens the door to a blast of snow that stings his face, then says, “Nice day.” A finicky chef comes...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Mar 10, 2016 | Writing
“The role of mentor is a powerful one, and can help you steer your protagonist in new directions without having to lay much ground work.” —Elizabeth Sims (Writer’s Digest May/June 2015) A mentor is a special secondary character whose basic purposes are the same as...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Oct 16, 2014 | Writing
My guest today is Jennifer Slattery, author of Beyond I Do. Jennifer shares an important principle. Be ready for her thought-provoking examples. And don’t miss more about Jennifer and Beyond I Do following her post. As a freelance editor I’m often...
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