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Nick Macari

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Month: July 2018

The Super Trifecta

July 22, 2018June 8, 2019 Nick

These days, amateur writers are under the impression that they can write about nothing as long as it’s “written well”. That the story engine is less important than trendy subjects […]

 Advanced, Elements

When in Doubt Add Conflict – TIP

July 19, 2018June 9, 2019 Nick

The perfect day is not the perfect story. No conflict = No story. Also; Helping someone with a buddy cop comic: Remember you ALWAYS NEED CONFLICT. Amp it up. 2 […]

 Technique, Tips

Story Checklist

July 18, 2018June 9, 2019 Nick

You’ll often hear me equate writing to cooking, in that for a dish to come out well, you need the right ingredients, in the right amounts, in the right order. […]

 Elements

Highlighting Minor Characters – TIP

July 11, 2018June 9, 2019 Nick

Less developed character, less page time = less narrative significance. Don’t make the character you see twice, for 2 pages, offer the key to the climax. Your story will reek […]

 Technique, Tips

You Can Do Better – TIP

July 10, 2018June 9, 2019 Nick

You don’t become a better writer by patting yourself on the back for what you did right, and ignoring what you did wrong. You become a better writer by being […]

 Miscellaneous, Tips

Environment Matters – TIP

July 9, 2018June 9, 2019 Nick

Understanding the environment you put your characters in is key. If you just have a generic mental picture of the backdrop to your story scenes, your scenes will never reach […]

 Process, Tips

Practical Editing – TIP

July 8, 2018June 9, 2019 Nick

When you’re making editorial notes on your manuscript, always attach a direct excerpt to a page reference. //Foreshadow upcoming turn p77 “I don’t think so, drop the gun.”// Page numbers […]

 Technique, Tips

The Necessity of Enjoying the Work – TIP

July 6, 2018June 9, 2019 Nick

Effective writing is really complex. There’s a million things to consider and you should consider them all… but don’t let them stress you. All the elements to craft a genuine […]

 Miscellaneous, Tips

Every Gap is Not a Plot Hole – TIP

July 6, 2018June 9, 2019 Nick

Plot holes are a disconnect in the presented narrative. Which is likely to confuse, distract or disengage the reader. Not explaining everything, is not a plot hole. ▪ About the […]

 Process, Tips

Getting Ahead as a Comic Writer – TIP

July 3, 2018June 9, 2019 Nick

JUST DO THE WORK. You can’t get anywhere if you don’t put in the hours and get the work done. Also; Life rarely rewards laziness. Also; Having ideas is great. […]

 Economics, Tips

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