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How to Write the Worst Character Arc Ever
Character arcs are tough. So tough, you probably shouldn't even write them. Unfortunately, however, there's enough...
Three Ways to Use Subtext to “Show, Don’t Tell”
“Show, don’t tell.” Writers hear these three simple words over and over again as they learn to write. But how do you...
Hiding from the Light
By Ingrid Dornbirer Where is darkness when I need it most? I must drown out the voice That now means nothing, For hope...
Why Young Writers Shouldn’t Wait to Build a Platform
When I was a teenager, my writing philosophy was simple: strive to make my work as great as possible, then start...
In My Garden of Starlight
Oh, my child, running from my garden, do you wonder at what you left behind? Oh, my child, now hiding from the...
Six Tips to Help the Unmotivated Writer Thrive Again
I was smitten with the dream of authorship as a young girl.One afternoon, I...
Eight More Tips to Help You Become an Excellent Poet
Welcome to the second installment of my article on poetry. (If you haven't read...
Nine Tips to Help You Become an Excellent Poet
Kingdom Pen has been receiving a steady stream of poetry submissions for a long time, but this summer they doubled....
Three Mistakes to Avoid When Crafting Character Motivations
You did it. You've sketched out a great cast of protagonists, a detailed plot, and a genuinely scary villain (the last...
When Rejection Makes You Want to Stop Writing
Once upon a time, there was a writer. She aspired to write books, stories, and articles that would change the world....
How to Write the Worst Villain Ever
What better way to celebrate the approaching end of our month focused on villains than to...
Between Two Worlds
I lost myself in the mazes of my mind. I forgot the world around me in the whisperings of my heart. There was so much...
Frequently Asked Questions & Popular Topics
What is the difference between Kingdom Pen and Story Embers?
This is a question that we get a lot. We put all the details in an article to help clear up any confusion.
Be sure to check out: What's the Difference Between Kingdom Pen & Story Embers
I want to be published on Kingdom Pen! What should I submit?
Awesome! You have a lot of options!
1. Poems
2. Short Stories
3. Book Reviews
4. Writing Excerpt for a KP Critique Want to get feedback on your writing? Send in a excerpt of your writing for critique!
5. Articles If you don't know what your article should be about, feel free to write a topic related to the theme of the month!
How can I write Christian stories without being preachy?
Most Christian fiction comes off as being extremely preachy.
How can you be the exception you ask? I recommend reading our post about How to Write Christian Stories Without Annoying Your Readers
How do I overcome writer's block?
Ah yes. The dreaded writer's block.
Check out this post where you can learn the four ways to overcome writer's block and keep making progress.
I'm in the middle of my novel and I'm stuck. How do I keep going?
Whatever you do, don't give up! At this point in your novel, it can feel like it is starting to slow and it's really hard to press on. You might need to take a step back, take your story in a new direction, and maybe get an outside opinion from a friend.
I also recommend you try out a technique outlined in an article called Ninjas in Hindsight.
It's a great way to get through the slump and add some fresh ideas to your story.