Category Archives: Templates & Tools

New Year’s Resolutions for Writers

Posted on April 12, 2010 by Joyce Henderson

I resolve to write a Mission Statement answering these questions: What is the most important thing I want to accomplish this year? What virtue do I want to develop this year? What do I want to write this year? What … Continue reading →

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Template: Creating a Scene

Posted on March 1, 2010 by Joyce Henderson

Develop or edit and refine a scene Continue reading →

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Template: Values Chart

Posted on March 1, 2010 by Joyce Henderson

Considering the values of your major characters allows you to develop them more fully as individuals and “real” people. Continue reading →

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Tool: the Senses

Posted on March 1, 2010 by Joyce Henderson

Using the senses to describe your characters allows you to show, rather than tell the story.

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Template: the Hero’s Journey

Posted on March 1, 2010 by Joyce Henderson

The Hero’s Journey, based on the works of Joseph Campbell Continue reading →

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Template: Conflict Chart

Posted on March 1, 2010 by Joyce Henderson

Conflict drives the story forward Continue reading →

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Template: Character Chart

Posted on February 27, 2010 by Joyce Henderson

Character Chart Templater Continue reading →

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Colors & Foods

Posted on February 23, 2010 by Joyce Henderson

Who wouldn’t want a chocolate cashmere throw? Continue reading →

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Conflict Template

Posted on February 22, 2010 by Joyce Henderson

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How to write a Science Research Paper

Posted on February 12, 2010 by Joyce Henderson

The science research paper contains background information, experimental procedures, data, statistical analysis and the conclusions or outcomes of the project. Continue reading →

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