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TROPES

A quick glance at beloved books, blockbuster movies, and hit streaming series reveals one undeniable truth—well-executed tropes are the backbone of compelling storytelling. They create a powerful link, drawing audiences into the heart of the narrative. These are $16.99 ea.

The Trope Thesaurus

Even a quick glance at popular books, movies, and streaming series says it all– a skillful application of tropes sells stories. That’s because tropes create a foundation between the audience and the action.

Horror Trope Thesaurus

Stephen King’s It. Shirley Jackson’s The Haunting of Hill House. Jordan Peele’s Get Out share one major concept.

They twist tropes to create relationships with monsters.

Trope Thesaurus Romance: Trope Your Way to a Stronger Story

Sure, we can create gorgons and gargoyles who control gravity (especially when our current manuscript is waiting), but getting from a concept to a finished story requires persistence and a plan.

Trope Thesaurus Romance: Trope Your Way to a Stronger Story

Let’s dive deeper into how tropes keep your reader up way past their bedtime because you’ve just given them that most delicious of all things—an unputdownable book.

“A writer, I think, is someone who pays attention to the world.”
—Susan Sontag

The Perfect Books to have on hand!

Sometimes as a new (or even experienced) author, you can’t think of just the right action for your character’s body in a particular scene, the right verbs, adjectives, or traits, and you need something to get the creative juices flowing. These books are for you. Highly recommended by Luna Morningstar. Only available on Kindle and Kindle Unlimited.

Writing Prompts

Here are a few writing prompts to get your creative juices flowing. Check back for new prompts.

“Your intuition knows what to write, so get out of the way.”
—Ray Bradbury

What if the moon disappeared overnight?

Write about how the world reacts and adapts to this sudden change.

The last library on Earth.

Describe its keeper and the secrets hidden on its shelves.

A letter from your future self.

What advice or warnings does it contain?

A world where emotions are currency.

How do people trade and what happens to those who run out?

A forgotten childhood memory resurfaces.

How does it change your perspective on your life today?

A conversation with your pet.

What surprising things do they have to say?

A stranger leaves a mysterious package on your doorstep.

What’s inside and why was it meant for you?

The day gravity stopped working.

How does society cope with this bizarre phenomenon?

A secret society recruits you.

What’s their mission and why were you chosen?

Rewrite a classic fairytale from the villains perspective.

How does their story change?

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