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Even great writers get stuck when it comes to writing a sex scene in their book. Writing spicy scenes is a skill, and we’ve all seen plenty of examples of spice that fizzles instead of sizzles. But what makes a spicy scene truly sexy and …
Here’s a hot take: Your fight scenes are not nearly as much about the action as you think they are. Fight scenes aren’t actually action sequences. They’re character sequences, and yes, I will die on this hill. Think about your favorite fight scenes in any …
Your first draft is the worst your work is ever going to look. It’s only going to get better from here, but first you have to finish it.