Yessica JainDec 14, 2023Using the Real World as InspirationObservation is the key to good writing. Whether you write realistic fiction or high fantasy or anything in between, grounding aspects of...
Yessica JainMay 25, 2023Playing with Perspective (in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Stories)“Everyone is the hero of their own story,” said John Barth. Most people are intrinsically aware of this, but many writers are averse to...
Yessica JainMay 11, 2023Freytag’s Diagram & Common Plot TypesIn elementary school, we learn about Freytag’s diagram, the supposed general outline of every plot in the universe. The idea is: a story...
Yessica JainFeb 16, 2023Romance TropesIn honor of Valentine’s day, I wanted to dedicate this week’s post to romance tropes. Almost every young adult novel has a romantic...