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#10644:	March 03, 2021	Jeff
Stakes On the importance of both setting up and raising the stakes of action/adventure stories. Do you prefer smaller, more localized stakes in your action/adventure stories, or bigger, far-reaching stakes?

#10636:	February 24, 2021	Jeff
Defining Action/Adventure On the difference between including action/adventure elements in a story and writing an action/adventure story. Do you like action/adventure stories themselves, or do you prefer action/adventure elements in other genres?

#10619:	February 17, 2021	Lt. Storm Machine
The Road to Writing A writer's life experiences color their books. Can you only write what you know?

#10612:	February 10, 2021	Leger~
Seeing Double! Editorial on parallels in writing. Do you use duality/parallels in your writing?

#10596:	February 03, 2021	Kittiara
Motive and Emotion in Action Scenes Why is the action happening? How are your characters feeling? How do you want your readers to feel? What is the best action scene that you have ever read? What made it so good?

#10576:	January 27, 2021	Lilli ☕
Location, Location, Location Not every adventure needs an exotic setting. What was the last adventure you went on?

#10570:	January 20, 2021	Lt. Storm Machine
The Adventuring Party While we talk about the protagonist or hero, we often also mean a group of adventurers on a quest in our stories. Why go alone when you can bring friends or allies?

#10564:	January 13, 2021	Leger~
So Tired! Don't let it be your excuse. What do you do to back up your work? What advice can you give regarding organization?

#10548:	January 06, 2021	Kittiara
The After We are living through some unsettled times, but better days are coming. Are you ready for the after? What are you looking forward to the most in 2021?

#10525:	December 30, 2020	GeminiGem🎱
By The Seat of My Pants We explore the definition of the action/adventure genre with a little help from an old friend. Would you try writing an action/adventure story set during the pandemic?

#10528:	December 23, 2020	Lt. Storm Machine
Wait - Action needs to take a break sometimes. What happens in the moments that happen between the actions?

#10522:	December 16, 2020	Leger~
Do You Have a Sweet Tooth? Writing is a piece of cake. What tips can you offer others for keeping your story simple?

#10508:	December 09, 2020	Kittiara
Time For Reflection Even the boldest hero needs some moments to reflect. What is the most interesting thing that you have learned about yourself this year?

#10482:	December 02, 2020	Roseille ♥
Choosing the Right Adventure Matching a character to his or her adventure in a meaningful way can make a story rich and compelling. Which do you tend to start with first, a character or a world/adventure? How do you ramp up conflict?

#10489:	November 25, 2020	Lt. Storm Machine
Character Where a character comes from will shape what they see in their adventures. What do you notice, and how does that change from your characters?

#10479:	November 18, 2020	Leger~
Practice, Practice A few words about writing in November and December How do you manage your creativity time during the holidays?

#10464:	November 11, 2020	Kittiara
Use Your Voice How are you using your voice and influence as a writer? What is your most memorable charitable action?

#10453:	November 04, 2020	Annette
Coming or Going When you really think about it, it is true of almost all stories. Do you prefer it when your main character comes to town, or when he goes on a journey?

#10433:	October 28, 2020	Lt. Storm Machine
Conditioning You practice for what you want to accomplish. Are your habits bringing you closer to your goals?

#10431:	October 21, 2020	Leger~
Brains...brains... A newsletter about the left and right side of the brain. What side of the brain do you use to write?

#10416:	October 14, 2020	Kittiara
What Type Of Writer Are You? Do you use character sheets and maps, or dive right in? And what is it to be a writer? When do you think you can call yourself a writer?

#10399:	October 07, 2020	Annette
Seven Months Into The Pandemic Amusement parks are still closed in California. What do you miss the most from the time before Coronavirus?

#10390:	September 30, 2020	Lt. Storm Machine
The Next Adventure Time to break out of the current pattern and start a new path or adventure. How do you break a character out of routine? How do you define adventure?

#10384:	September 23, 2020	Leger~
Earning Those Gift Points An article about our site scrip and how community participation earns gift points. How do you earn extra gift points besides logging in every day?

#10368:	September 16, 2020	Kittiara
Hang In There! These are difficult times. But we will make it through, together. What's the best piece of news you've received, recently?

#10358:	September 09, 2020	Annette
The Villain's Motivation When the villain is the one driving the story forward. How did your hero end up in this situation?

#10344:	September 02, 2020	Lt. Storm Machine
The Importance of Rest Characters, like people, need to rest during trying times. Do your characters need to rest?

#10327:	August 19, 2020	Kittiara
The Midnight Sun Doesn't Shine I read Midnight Sun by Stephenie Meyer, so you don't have to. What is the worst novel that you have ever read?

#10316:	August 12, 2020	Dawn Embers
Take the Plunge Sometimes you have to take a leap into the unknown in order to have an adventure. Has your character taken the plunge yet? What have you done to put in that jump into action/adventure?

#10309:	August 05, 2020	Lt. Storm Machine
Adventures with Editors Work with an editor, even on a different project, can spark changes in what you're working on. Can working with an editor help a writer get better?

#10300:	July 29, 2020	Leger~
Sparkles! A newsletter on research and what to do with it. What are some of your favorite types of sites to research? How has it helped your writing?

#10284:	July 22, 2020	Kittiara
What's In A Name? Choosing a name for your characters can be tricky... What's your favourite character name. Why?

#10264:	July 15, 2020	Annette
Actions Blow Up Louder Than Words It's action, not talktion. Why are those action heroes always running?

#10257:	July 08, 2020	Lt. Storm Machine
Fireworks and Other Unexpected Noises Celebration of a national holiday in the US includes fireworks, but everyone reacts differently to them. What changes happen when setting off fireworks around your character?

#10254:	July 01, 2020	Leger~
Stories are like Bananas A newsletter about fruit...actually, about writing what is fresh on your mind. What do you do with your unfinished work?

#10240:	June 24, 2020	Kittiara
The Next Quest I've set off on my next adventure. What about you? What life adventure are you looking forward to next?

#10168:	June 10, 2020	Lt. Storm Machine
Getting Back to Writing ... ...

#10211:	June 03, 2020	Leger~
Check Your Attitude! The influence of negativity and how it can affect you and your characters. Have you ever met someone with a negative attitude? How did you handle it?

#10194:	May 27, 2020	Kittiara
Setting the (Action) Scene It's the moment you've been waiting for... The big action scene. Where will it take place? What is your favourite, most memorable action scene? What was the setting?

#10187:	May 20, 2020	Annette
Signature Move Expelliarmus! Is that why we call it a signature move?

#10169:	May 13, 2020	Lt. Storm Machine
Short-Sighted Character Your characters are all moving in their own directions. Are all of your characters working toward the same goal? Should they?

#10148:	April 29, 2020	Kittiara
Fan Fiction - Is It Worth Writing? Authors of fan fiction know that their work will never be published. Is it, then, still worth writing? If you could change the ending to a novel, TV series or movie, which would you choose and what would you change?

#10135:	April 22, 2020	Cinn
Setting: Enough Is Enough Great action... but where is it taking place? How do you balance providing enough description without slowing down the action?

#10119:	April 15, 2020	Lt. Storm Machine
The Adventure Continues Real-life events give writers a chance to take a second look at how their characters respond to the extraordinary. Do you bring realism to your character when they face tragedy and trauma?

#10115:	April 08, 2020	Leger~
Oh So Squeamish Using the five senses to frighten your reader. What makes you squeamish?

#10089:	March 25, 2020	Cinn
A Whiny, Selfish Hero Some more questions to aid in character development. What character flaws do you give your heroes?

#10073:	March 18, 2020	Lt. Storm Machine
Extraordinary Times It's easy to get overwhelmed with all of the information, but try to make it useful toward characters and situations. What can these times teach us, and how do we make our characters react in similar situations?

#10070:	March 11, 2020	Leger~
Let's Make A Call A newsletter about using technology in our stories. How far do you inject technology into your stories?

#10056:	March 04, 2020	Kittiara
Spring Into Action Spring is right around the corner. Are you ready? What are you looking forward to doing when the weather improves?

#10042:	February 26, 2020	Cinn
Character Gender: But why? Rethinking character gender How do you decide if your character is male or female (or neither)?

#10025:	February 19, 2020	~Minja~
Business idea behind your book On thinking about the business plan before or during the writing process. What is your advice for the first-time published authors on how to sell their book?

#10020:	February 12, 2020	Leger~
Purpose of Tropes Some are cliche, some are fun! Which trope was your favorite? Have you used these?

#10005:	February 05, 2020	Kittiara
Don't Give Up! Are your resolutions/goals not going as you'd hoped for? It's okay! Don't give up now! What motivates you?

#9995:	January 29, 2020	Cinn
Diversely Boring How to create more engaging character groups... What makes a character come to life for you?

#9976:	January 22, 2020	Dawn Embers
Taking the Initiative A look at the main character and the writer in who needs to take action. How does your character take initiative in their story?

#9968:	January 15, 2020	Leger~
Overabundant Description A newsletter about trimming the fat from your story. What tricks do you use to trim the fat?

#9952:	January 08, 2020	Kittiara
Are You Ready For Adventure? Do you want to read more? Write more? Become more involved in the community? Well, come on in! What is your favourite contest, activity or event on Writing.Com?

#9862:	December 25, 2019	Annette
Around the World in 24 Hours Nick has the ultimate Action / Adventure. How does he do it?

#9912:	December 11, 2019	Kittiara
Education is an Adventure What educational journey would you like to go on? If you were offered a free course in any subject, which subject would you choose?

#9859:	November 27, 2019	Annette
Opt Outside The long Thanksgiving weekend is the perfect time to spend time in the great outdoors. Can you be thankful and helpful at the same time?

#9884:	November 20, 2019	Leger~
Procrastination It happens all the time. What keeps you on track and motivated?

#9871:	November 13, 2019	Kittiara
Embracing the Dark Everyone's got a darker side. You can use yours for good - in your writing. What is your favourite dark story? What is it about that story that appeals to you?

#9831:	October 30, 2019	Samberine Everose
The Adventure in the Spiritual Realm The Characteristics of a true protagonist in the Spiritual Realm. "Greater is Him who is in us than he is in this world."

#9829:	October 23, 2019	Leger~
Use Your Brain Some thoughts on creativity. Besides writing, what creative things do you do?

#9815:	October 16, 2019	Kittiara
NaNoWriMo's Coming! Are you participating in NaNoWriMo this year? Do you prepare or go with the flow? Have you participated in NaNoWriMo before? If so, how did it go?

#9783:	October 02, 2019	Annette
The Fight Scene Add more punch to your novel. Do you even know what it feels like to get punched in the face?

#9781:	September 25, 2019	Leger~
Bring on the Creepy and Gory! It's almost Horror / Scary month, are you ready? What are your favorite horror/scary phrases?

#9765:	September 18, 2019	Kittiara
Life's Adventures Life is filled with adventure! It just doesn't always feel that way... What had been your biggest adventure thus far?

#9738:	September 04, 2019	Annette
Oceans Large bodies of water, especially the seas, provide us with lots of action/adventures. With sharks in the water, why do we still go swimming?

#9735:	August 28, 2019	Leger~
Fanfiction A quick note about the legality of fan fiction. Have you written any fan fiction to share?

#9720:	August 21, 2019	Kittiara
Keeping Up With The Times As writers, we're supposed to keep up with the modern world. Sometimes, however, that's easier said than done... What modern thing has you feeling baffled?

#9694:	August 07, 2019	Kate - Writing & Reading
The Quest A quest for adventure drives the adventure Do you always know the object of the quest at the start of the adventure?

#9687:	July 31, 2019	Leger~
Weather On The Brain Extreme weather can affect your character. Have you written about weather related changes in your character's thinking/behavior?

#9669:	July 24, 2019	Kittiara
Out of Action It's not nice being out of action, but don't give up! You'll be back on the right track soon. What is the biggest obstacle you have overcome?

#9642:	July 10, 2019	Annette
Bow and Arrow Some tools are weapons. Has it already been 64,000 years?

#9638:	July 03, 2019	Leger~
The Good Old Summertime Those wonderful childhood memories of endless summers. What are some of your fondest childhood memories?

#9622:	June 26, 2019	Kittiara
Coping With Frustration Are you feeling frustrated? Me too. Fortunately, as writers, we can use this! Have you felt frustrated about something recently? How did you resolve it?

#9527:	June 12, 2019	Annette
Solitary Wanderer When the action is carried by one person alone. How lonely is the solitary wanderer really?

#9586:	June 05, 2019	Leger~
EEK! It's a SPIDER! It's not a newsletter about arachnids. Give us your brainstorming tips!

#9571:	May 29, 2019	Kittiara
The Darkness Inside Dark elements can add excitement to a story... but where to draw the line? Who or what is your favourite monster?

#9523:	May 15, 2019	Annette
Dynamic Duo Two heroes working together. Why is a dynamic duo is so appealing in story telling?

#9540:	May 08, 2019	Leger~
Doing Some Rehab Some words on revitalizing an old story. Have you managed to refurbish a story?

#9521:	May 01, 2019	Kittiara
Character Attachment What makes you laugh with and cry with your favourite characters? What can you do to make readers love yours? Which character's fate has made you cry/feel sad for the most? Why?

#9463:	April 17, 2019	Annette
Power Trio Make the most of three characters. What's two plus one?

#9491:	April 10, 2019	Leger~
Ho Hum An few words on slowing your story pace. How do you slow your story pace?

#9472:	April 03, 2019	Kittiara
Are You Ready For Game of Thrones? Winter has arrived. Are you ready? Who is your favourite Game of Thrones character? How do you think they will fare?

#9445:	March 20, 2019	Kate - Writing & Reading
Driving a Mustang Bring the past to life in fiction Do you believe the history that's portrayed by historical fiction? or is it fiction portrayed as history?

#9437:	March 13, 2019	Leger~
Getting Old Your character's memory is sketchy, at best. Do you use common problems like lost keys to create a twist in your stories? How did you use that in your writing?

#9419:	March 06, 2019	Kittiara
The Power of Love Love is a powerful motivator. That goes for us, in real life, as well as for our characters. What is the silliest/funniest thing that you have ever done for love?

#9383:	February 20, 2019	Annette
The Sixth Ranger How to add an extra, important character into an existing team. What does a Five-Man-Band need?

#9385:	February 13, 2019	Leger~
The Ice is Melting! A newsletter on weather and the changes it can cause in your story. Have you used weather to cause change in your story?

#9319:	February 06, 2019	Kittiara
Are You Stuck? Let's Find A Solution! When (writing) life offers you lemons, let's find a solution. What is the best writing tip you have discovered?

#9343:	January 23, 2019	Dawn Embers
A Sense of Direction A look at different of methods for finding a sense of direction in story writing. How do your characters find a sense of direction?

#9336:	January 16, 2019	Leger~
Always Improving Moving forward, we need to present our work in the best light possible. What do you need to work on? What is your weakness?

#9131:	January 09, 2019	Kittiara
Here's to a Creative Year! Are you struggling to get back into the flow? Why not challenge yourself? What are your writing plans for the year?

#9289:	December 19, 2018	Leger~
Birth It's almost a new year. Let's resolve to help the character deficit we've created. What do you want to write in 2019?

#9277:	December 12, 2018	Kittiara
The Holidays Are Coming! Are you ready? What are you most looking forward to this holiday season?

#9247:	November 28, 2018	Kate - Writing & Reading
Action Requires Movement There can be no action without movement Do you create the action, or allow the action to drive the story?

#9244:	November 21, 2018	Leger~
Controversial Topics Most everything is allowed on Writing.com...as long as you rate it properly. What did you do when you got a one star review based on the content of your item?

#9223:	November 14, 2018	Kittiara
The Importance of Being Genuine You can't fake success... though some have tried. What is the strangest event that you have ever attended? What happened?

#9180:	October 31, 2018	Annette
The Five-Man Band Five is a really good number for your main characters. Why five?

#9194:	October 24, 2018	Leger~
Interactives - Ever try one? What are these add-your-own-chapter things? Give them a look. Do you like finding ways to add interesting content to interactives?

#9176:	October 17, 2018	Kittiara
What's Your Next Adventure? Where will you next take your writing? Do you have any projects that need picking back up? What is the most enjoyable writing contest you have ever participated in?

#9153:	October 03, 2018	Kate - Writing & Reading
What If ? Begin the adventure by asking the question ~ what if - then continue with why not? or why? or ...? Would you rather ask 'what if' or 'why' / 'why not' ?

#9141:	September 26, 2018	Leger~
Tech, Techno, Technology! The details in your story have to be relevant to the time. How do you use technology in your writing, including futuristic storylines?

#9132:	September 19, 2018	Kittiara
The Psychology of Action How do we react in stressful situations? Can our actions be predicted? Have you ever wanted to study a subject you didn't get a chance to in school? If so, which subject?

#9087:	August 29, 2018	Leger~
The Most Wonderful Time of Year! A friendly reminder, WDC birthday week is near! What is your favorite part of the WDC birthday week each year?

#9067:	August 22, 2018	Kittiara
Lie to Me Life is turbulent, and there are no guarantees of a happy ending. Still, imagine if all stories reflected reality... Which novel or movie has the best happy ending, in your opinion?

#9034:	August 01, 2018	Leger~
Seeing Double! A newsletter about tying things together neatly. Do you use duality in your writing?

#9022:	July 25, 2018	Kittiara
Let's Talk About the Weather Us Brits talk about the weather. A lot. What's it like where you are? And how do you use the weather in your writing? Which of the seasons do you prefer? Why?

#9000:	July 11, 2018	Dawn Embers
Dinosaurs! A Look at Jurassic Park A look at the well known franchise of dinosaur movies for inspiration. Have you considered writing a story inspired by Jurassic Park?

#8993:	July 04, 2018	Leger~
Run! Jump! Hide! Some thoughts on our body's response to fear. What are some of your typical character responses? Any clever responses?

#8976:	June 27, 2018	Kittiara
A Publishing Adventure Have you tried getting published before? Here are some tips from someone who's been through the process. What is your best tip for someone who wants to get their work published?

#8960:	June 20, 2018	Thankful Sonali I AM WRITING!
My Friend Amruta, the Adventurer She is a poet, a jewellery-designer, a wife, a Mom and a 'best friend' to many. Celebrating the adventure of her life. Is life itself an adventure?

#8948:	June 13, 2018	Annette
Time Periods Your Action/Adventure should go with the times. What do you think of digital watches in the middle ages?

#8943:	June 06, 2018	Leger~
Escape! Escapism helps a human cope with depression or sadness. Should we buy a lottery ticket and dream? Do you like to escape into a good story? What's your favorite read?

#8930:	May 30, 2018	Kittiara
On Thought Experiments Thought experiments can help you discover your own intuitions as well as help you find motivations for your characters. Have you found a thought experiment that really made you think or altered your views? If so, what was it?

#8912:	May 23, 2018	Thankful Sonali I AM WRITING!
Culture and Adventure (Part #2) More about culture and adventure, this time from a published book. Does empathy help us relate to adventures of a bygone era?

#8900:	May 16, 2018	Kate - Writing & Reading
The Villian's Side of the Story The Antagonist's why and wherefore Which is more fun to write, the villain or the hero, and which more fun to read?

#8897:	May 09, 2018	Leger~
TWEET! Social media can be a source of inspiration. Has social media inspired a story in your portfolio? Do you find it too distracting?

#8882:	May 02, 2018	Kittiara
Don't Price Out Your Audience Success can change everything... but what about your base? What is the best concert you have ever attended? How much would you pay to see that artist again?

#8864:	April 25, 2018	Thankful Sonali I AM WRITING!
Culture and Adventure There are some adventures that only arise in a particular cultural context. Can you mix adventure with explaining aspects of a culture?

#8849:	April 18, 2018	Annette
Artifacts A human-made object, usually representing a cultural or historical interest. Why are action adventure heroes obsessed with artifacts?

#8851:	April 11, 2018	Leger~
Jenga....Jenga! A story can be like a tower of blocks. What are your hints for rebuilding a story that falls?

#8838:	April 04, 2018	Kittiara
Medieval Adventures Stories with historical influences can be a lot of fun to read, and write! Which historical person or event do you most enjoy reading or writing about?

#8818:	March 28, 2018	Thankful Sonali I AM WRITING!
April Fool! The un-funny joke It wasn't funny, it was just mean. But it does give me an adventure to write about! What makes a practical joke un-funny? What makes it memorable?

#8776:	March 21, 2018	Thankful Sonali I AM WRITING!
Cooking up Adventure in the Mistake! Disasters in the kitchen make for great adventure tales. Ever wondered why? Why is a culinary catastrophe such a conversation charger?

#8806:	March 14, 2018	Leger~
Small Ball and other Analogies Don't try to swing for the fence every time. Do you enjoy daily contests and prompts?

#8794:	March 07, 2018	Kittiara
A Hero Like You You may not see yourself as a hero, but what hero ever does? Out of all the characters you have ever created, which is your favourite? Why?

#8777:	February 28, 2018	Dawn Embers
Reading Real Life Adventures A look at some biography, nonfiction and creative nonfiction adventures one can find to read. Is there a person you'd like to read about in a book to learn more about the adventures of their life?

#8762:	February 14, 2018	Leger~
Ironic Days A bit about national days and reviews. Have you had a reader confuse the narrator and the author of the story in a review? How did you respond?

#8748:	February 07, 2018	Kittiara
Making the Time to Write It's not always easy to find the time to write. Sometimes we have to make it, instead... What have you written so far this year?

#8659:	January 24, 2018	Annette
Exciting Stories Action-Adventure stories keep us reading with their excitement. Is boring action-adventure an oxymoron?

#8715:	January 17, 2018	Leger~
Doing Nothing Nothing to read here, no inspiration or national holiday days. If you're doing nothing, give it a read! What do you do with your "nothing" time?

#8700:	January 10, 2018	Kittiara
A Spoofy Learning Experience Spoofing something you love is an excellent writing exercise. Just look at Redshirts! What is your favourite spoof movie or novel?

#8671:	December 27, 2017	Kate - Writing & Reading
Adventures are Reactions to Actions How we react to an action creates the adventure, ignites another action. Must every action have a recognizable reaction?

#8669:	December 20, 2017	Leger~
It's the Holiday Season A newsletter to read when you have time away from the hustle and bustle. Do you find inspiration in the people around you?

#8651:	December 13, 2017	Kittiara
Feel the Fear... ... and do it anyway. This newsletter is about common fears your characters might have to face. What is your favourite novel or story that deals with fear?

#8603:	November 15, 2017	Kittiara
Young Characters By creating young characters you can inspire younger readers. But it can be a challenge to develop them... What was your favourite book or book series when you were a child?

#8590:	November 08, 2017	Cinn
Your Character's Courage & Cowardice How our characters cope with stress, pressure, and the unexpected. Uh oh! Something crazy happened! How does each of your characters react?

#8576:	November 01, 2017	Kate - Writing & Reading
Crossing Bridges and Chasms It's not an adventure if there isn't a challenge Is the quickest way there the best way?

#8571:	October 25, 2017	Leger~
It's All About the Mule Some info on the lowly mule, just in time for National Mule Day, October 26. Were you ever surprised while researching a topic?

#8538:	October 18, 2017	Kittiara
The Danger of Fear Action/Adventure stories often overcome that which we fear. The problem is that that can reinforce stereotypes. Who, in your opinion, is the most original villain? Why?

#8533:	October 04, 2017	Kate - Writing & Reading
For Every Action -> A Reaction A battle by its nature is an exchange of actions and reactions. What would you do of somebody came up to you and slapped/hit you? Fight? Run? Call for help? Something else?

#8527:	September 27, 2017	Leger~
Dig Into Ancestory Does your DNA give you story ideas? Doe genealogy create a new world for your character? Delve in and find out. Have you researched your family background? Did it spark a story?

#8512:	September 20, 2017	Kittiara
On Contests and Rules Contests and challenges have to have rules. This newsletter has some tips for both entrants and hosts. What's the most enjoyable W.Com contest or challenge you have ever participated in? What made it a success for you?

#8483:	September 06, 2017	Kate - Writing & Reading
The Tension of a Rubberband Tension fuels the action, the adventure Your thoughts - do parties bring out the best or worst in friends?

#8477:	August 30, 2017	Leger~
Welsh Rarebit A newsletter about a rabbit and some toast. Do you research words and phrases you don't know?

#8462:	August 23, 2017	Kittiara
The Quiet Times The times between the action can offer the opportunity for the reader and the writer to fully explore the characters. What is it that made you connect the most with your favourite character?

#8427:	August 02, 2017	Leger~
Color Your World We all need a little down time. A newsletter about adult coloring books and relaxing. Do you own a coloring book?

#8401:	July 19, 2017	Cinn
Art of Querying: How to Hook an Agent Querying tips from the literary agents themselves. What excites (or horrifies) a literary agent?

#8387:	July 12, 2017	Kate - Writing & Reading
A Flash of Action For a Vivid Adventure Flash fiction, by its name, is quick to the point, with action ripe for adventure Is it not a momentary flash that incites interest in any image or observation?

#8382:	July 05, 2017	Leger~
Seven Minutes Your life reviewed in Seven Minutes What would you do with your seven minutes?

#8364:	June 28, 2017	Kittiara
Ordinary Heroes Do we need the One Man to save us, or can the lady from the corner shop have a go? Who is your favourite action/adventure hero or heroine? What do you like about them?

#8345:	June 21, 2017	Cinn
Freeze! Action & Image Prompts Implied Action - Finding a story in a single freeze frame. Can you find the implied action?

#8336:	June 14, 2017	Kate - Writing & Reading
A Kid's Eye View When writing for children, be a kid What is the one adventure you think every kid should have?

#8341:	June 07, 2017	Leger~
Smile! Smile Day is coming soon. See if you can spread the happiness. Do you find yourself smiling when you see someone smile?

#8315:	May 31, 2017	Kittiara
The Moral of the Story Many stories contain a moral point of some kind. But does every piece require one? What is the best life lesson you have learned from a story or poem?

#8288:	May 17, 2017	Dawn Embers
Which Character Goes on an Adventure A question of characters and which ones are going to go on adventures or handle so much action. Which type of characters do you like to use for your action or adventure stories?

#8285:	May 10, 2017	Leger~
Baby Louie - The Orphan A look at how reading an article, even a scientific one can be inspiring. Do you like to take news articles and twist them into a story line?

#8266:	May 03, 2017	Kittiara
Action/Adventure Games Gaming is a big industry. And they need stories, too... What is your favourite Action/Adventure game?

#8254:	April 26, 2017	Jace
Action Becomes You Every writer is an action writer. From where do your ideas for action or adventure stories come?

#8229:	April 19, 2017	Kate - Writing & Reading
The Power of Nouns and Verbs If you catch an adjective, kill it vengefully Is there a place where an adjective or adverb is more effective in a story?

#8237:	April 12, 2017	Leger~
Dem Bones An article about a graveyard unearthed in the city. Do you find inspiration in random places? The purpose of this newsletter is to help the Writing.com author hone their craft and improve their skills. Along with that I would like to inform, advocate, and create new, fresh ideas for the autho

#8220:	April 05, 2017	Kittiara
A Quills Adventure The 10th Annual Quill Ceremony is held this weekend. What will you be doing? Have you ever won a Quill, or been nominated for one? What are your experiences with the event?

#8162:	March 29, 2017	Annette
Action versus Adventure What to do when your action gets out of hand. Is all that action hijacking your adventure?

#8161:	March 22, 2017	Annette
Plot Versus Story What to do when your story gets strangled by plot. Are you telling a story or weaving a plot?

#8186:	March 15, 2017	Leger~
Necromancy A brief exploration of the necromancy topic for inspiration. What ghost would you summon and what questions would you ask them?

#8173:	March 08, 2017	Kittiara
Animals in Action/Adventure Animals can be excellent characters or character companions... but please treat them with care. Who is your favourite animal hero or heroine?

#8150:	March 01, 2017	Annette
Five Stories When your action adventure is in need of plot, look here. What is this "Five Stories" you speak of?

#8124:	February 22, 2017	Thankful Sonali I AM WRITING!
To Make Nothing Happen Sometimes, it takes strategy and effort to make nothing happen! How hard do you have to work, to make nothing happen?

#8136:	February 15, 2017	Leger~
Let's Go Doodlebugging! An quick exploration of dowsing and doodlebugging. Do you remember the elders of your family using old methods like dowsing? Have you worked that in your writing?

#8121:	February 08, 2017	Kittiara
When Inspiration Is Lacking You want to write a thrilling story. An epic quest. Where to find inspiration for your masterpiece? What is the most original action/adventure story you have ever read?

#8089:	January 18, 2017	Leger~
The Paranormal Another issue in the occult series covering the paranormal. Have you explored the paranormal? How did you use that in your writing?

#8075:	January 11, 2017	Kittiara
Action/Adventure in Poetry Poetry may not be the first thing many people think of when it comes to A/A, but that doesn't mean it's not an option! What is your favourite Action/Adventure poem? Or have you written one?

#8063:	January 04, 2017	Cinn
Novel Publication Tips from Pros Tips and "absolutely do NOT dos" straight from agent and editor blogs. What annoys potential agents and editors?

#8048:	December 28, 2016	spidey
Destinations Location, Location, Location How important is setting in Action/Adventure?

#8042:	December 21, 2016	Leger~
The Occult Hand Part Four of the Occult Series for the Action Adventure newsletter. Have you ever slipped a phrase into your writing as an ode to another writer?

#8028:	December 14, 2016	Kittiara
Writer's Block? Challenge Yourself! Many writers go through it at one point or another - the dreaded writer's block. What to do? Challenge yourself! Have you ever experienced writer's block? What helped you get through it?

#8010:	December 07, 2016	Cinn
Adventures in Virtual Reality From the mundane to the extraordinary, virtual reality can help put your characters through the ringer. Could your character survive virtual reality?

#7993:	November 30, 2016	Annette
Writing: A Roller Coaster Once you're on it, there's only forward. What really happens when you embark on a writing adventure?

#7994:	November 23, 2016	Leger~
Written In The Stars Part 3 of the Occult series for the Action Adventure newsletter. Have you found inspiration in astrology?

#7978:	November 16, 2016	Kittiara
End of the Year Adventures Are you ready for the final writing adventures of the year? There's a lot of fun to be had still! What has been your best writing achievement in 2016?

#7953:	November 09, 2016	Annette
Don't Use That Power! Abilities, brawn, powers. Superheroes have them. Can you imagine a superhero who gets by without their powers?

#7945:	November 02, 2016	Annette
Tools Not all action/adventure heroes use weapons. Do your heroes use tools?

#7941:	October 26, 2016	Leger~
Occult Series #2 - Black Magic A brief newsletter about the topic of Black Magic Where have you heard references of black magic?

#7925:	October 19, 2016	Kittiara
On Location and Travel What do you do when your characters live in, or travel through, places you have never visited? What is the most unique location you have ever written about?

#7914:	October 12, 2016	Cinn
But It's for a BAD Cause! Nonprofits as a replacement for the "evil corporation"... Oh, the betrayal! What's the real cause behind the cause?

#7896:	October 05, 2016	Annette
Casting Your Action/Adventure Story You're not supposed to do it, but ... Who would you like to star in the movie adaptation of your action/adventure?

#7901:	September 28, 2016	Leger~
No Hexes, Please! An introduction to the occult. An action / adventure series. Do you have occult topic suggestions? I can add them in!

#7874:	September 21, 2016	Kittiara
Try Something New Are you ready to go on an adventure? Then why not try something new? Which Writing.Com contest or activity has challenged you the most, and why?

#7859:	September 14, 2016	Cinn
Villains: Beyond Greed & Power Discussion of antagonist motivation. Does your villain thirst for more than greed and power?

#7805:	September 07, 2016	Annette
Unusual Lead Some action/adventure stories happen in unlikely circumstances. How far can you veer from the norm and still have a compelling action adventure?

#7839:	August 31, 2016	Leger~
Briefly, It's a Newsletter The topic is the brief description in WDC item creation. How do you use the brief description area when creating an item?

#7824:	August 24, 2016	Kittiara
Incoming Writing.Com Action! Writing.Com's birthday week is coming up. Are you ready? Which W.Com birthday week contests and activities have you enjoyed the most in previous years?

#7787:	August 10, 2016	Annette
Archetypes Archetypes: Characters, Actions, Situations How do archetypes help our stories?

#7788:	August 03, 2016