By Eric Myers, Soul of a Writer, April 20, 2026
Let’s be honest. Most readers don’t actually quit reading your book in the middle of the story. They …
By Eric Myers, Soul of a Writer, April 19, 2026
You know that moment when you stare at your computer screen and think, If I have to read this same …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | April 18, 2026
Opening lines might just be the literary equivalent of first dates—every writer wants to make a …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | April 17, 2026
Fiction lives and dies by its characters. If your readers don’t feel something for them, they’ll …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | April 16, 2026
“So You Say You Trust God... But Do You Really?”
If you’re a Christian fiction writer, you …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | April 15, 2026
The Real Reason Some Books Keep Us Awake at Night
Have you ever told yourself, “Just one more …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | April 14, 2026
Let’s be honest. You’ve probably googled “How to write faster” more than once this month. Maybe …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | April 13, 2026
After 30 years as a pastor, a therapist, and now a full-time editor, I’ve discovered that building …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | April 12, 2026
When I first started writing, I wanted everyone to like what I wrote. And not just like—it had to …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | April 10, 2026
Writers love the idea of the breakthrough moment—that magical day when inspiration strikes and …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | April 9, 2026
Fiction writers talk a lot about “purpose.” Writers often ask me, “What’s my calling? What am I …
By Eric Myers | April 8, 2026
At Florida State University (back in the 80s), I first studied story structure — three acts, plot arcs, inciting …
By Eric Myers | April 7, 2026
For most of my life, I believed great stories were built on plot — that tension, pacing, and clever twists were what …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | April 7, 2026
When I finished writing my first full‑length novel, I remember thinking, Finally!
Then came the …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | April 6, 2026
A few years ago, I was sitting in my church office late one night staring at a half‑finished …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | April 5, 2026
I still remember the night I tried to start my first novel. The words came slowly, almost …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | April 4, 2026
When I first began pastoring, I thought transformation happened mostly in the outer world — through …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | April 3, 2026
I’ve met so many writers—both in ministry and in my editing work—who tell me they’re waiting to …
There’s a myth floating around creative circles — the idea that great storytellers are born with …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | April 2, 2026
I still remember the long nights at the parsonage, writing sermon drafts by the faint glow of a …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | April 1, 2026
A new story idea is like a spark—it excites, it glows, and it whispers possibilities. But if you’ve …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | March 31, 2026
Fiction writers often live between extremes. One side of us is hungry for accomplishment—the next …
Revising a novel can feel monumental. You finish the first draft, exhale in relief, and then stare …
By Eric Myers | March 31, 2026 | Soul of a Writer
Starting a novel can feel like standing at the edge of something vast—equal parts excitement, …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | March 29, 2026
Many gifted fiction writers struggle with a “starving artist” mentality—believing that making a …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | March 27, 2026
After thirty years in professional writing, editing, and publishing, I’ve seen nearly every …
Fiction writers are not creating in isolation. When we write, we often participate in something …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | March 26, 2026
Writing a novel is far more than a creative ambition—it’s a spiritual apprenticeship. The process …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | March 24, 2026
Bestselling books rarely succeed by talent alone. They thrive because the author embraces two …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | March 23, 2026
Every great story begins with one simple act: paying attention. Creative writing, at its heart, is …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | March 22, 2026
Every writer is shaped by a unique creative current—that mysterious pull that determines how …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | March 13, 2026
Every writer knows the storm of self‑doubt—that quiet whisper telling you you’re not good enough, …
The story is a prayer disguised as narrative—a brief moment where a single spark of truth burns …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | March 12, 2026
Some truths about writing are simple, enduring, and deeply human. You were not made to become a …
In my editing career, I had the privilege of helping shape over 200 novels—200 worlds born from …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | March 11, 2026
Every writer begins as an apprentice of truth. With time, practice, and humility, the amateur …
Writers are not made—they are called. Long before the first story is written, before ink meets …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | March 10, 2026
I used to think writer’s block meant something was wrong with me.
Maybe I needed more discipline, …
You can have the most gripping plot in the world—and still lose readers if your sentences don’t sing. Immersive fiction doesn’t depend only on …
Almost every writer believes they think clearly about their story—until revision exposes the fog. Sentences wander, themes blur, scenes lose focus. …
Many writers secretly wonder if their work can really make a difference. The publishing world is noisy, attention is fleeting, and global challenges …
Writing fiction is a paradox of opposites—structured yet spontaneous, disciplined yet inspired. Success doesn’t come from chasing formulas, but from …
Every writer wrestles with how much to describe. Too little, and the story feels hollow. Too much, and it drowns. But beneath this craft debate lies …
After editing more than two hundred novels—across genres, styles, and stages—I’ve discovered something both humbling and hopeful: every writer, no …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | March 4, 2026
Every novel has two drafts—the one you wrote, and the one you meant to write. Revision is the …
Many fiction writers—of every gender—struggle to craft authentic female characters. Too often, women on the page become ornaments to male stories, …
Some writers see things others don’t — patterns beneath words, shadows behind smiles, truths stitched inside silence. It’s both a gift and a burden. …
Every story you write wrestles with a question of meaning—what life is really about, why we suffer, what redemption costs. That’s what theme is. …
If you’ve ever felt that strange pull toward the blank page—a mix of excitement and reverence—you may be closer to a divine invitation than you …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer
I remember reading a client’s manuscript late one night and realizing I hadn’t taken a full breath in five pages. …
Every writer knows the ache of feeling different—the quiet dissonance between you and the rest of the world. The way small talk feels shallow. The …
The Writer’s Mind on the Page: How Journaling Strengthens Creativity and Storytelling
Many novelists think of journaling as something separate from …
Big-picture edits—plot fixes, pacing issues, character arcs—get most of the attention in writing advice. But every powerful story depends on the …
This post explores eight story tropes that weaken your writing — from “instant experts” and fake‑out deaths to convenient tech fixes. Beyond craft …
Writing your first novel isn’t just a creative act—it’s a spiritual one. It calls you to listen to something quiet, internal, and alive—something …
Great writing doesn’t begin with more discipline or inspiration—it begins with a trained mind. This article explores how writers can overcome …
Every author dreams of the email that begins with, “I’d love to represent you.” But for most writers, that moment doesn’t come right away. Not …
Struggling with the middle of your novel? This article explores nine effective strategies to revitalize the saggy middle, including structural tips …
Writer’s block isn’t about lack of effort or discipline—it’s about losing internal coherence. When your nervous system and creative consciousness …
I’ll never forget a conversation with a coaching client years ago. She looked up from her …
Every writer walks a hidden path.Beneath the drafts, deadlines, and dog‑eared notebooks lies a deeper spiritual journey — one of patience, …
Readers love heroes—but every great story needs a darker force to challenge them. Villains are the engines of conflict, the shadows that make light …
There’s an old piece of writing advice passed from author to author: “Write first, edit later.” It sounds liberating, doesn’t it? Get the story …
Writers love to challenge their characters. We throw obstacles in their way, raise the stakes, and test their endurance. These outward struggles …
In every great story, five core elements hold the narrative together: setting, dialogue, description, climax, and—perhaps most …
From Frodo leaving the Shire to face the darkness of Mordor, to Luke Skywalker gazing at the twin suns of Tatooine, to Harry Potter running through …
Writing unforgettable characters is a skill that blends observation, imagination, and structure. Great characters don’t just decorate a plot—they …
Every writer makes missteps along the creative journey. The good news—each mistake is also a chance to grow. As editors who specialize in fiction …
Every writer wants to know the secret that transforms good writing into unforgettable storytelling—the kind that captures attention, engages …
Over the past five years, I have reviewed more than 140 full-length manuscripts while providing fiction novel editing. In that time, I’ve spotted …
Writers know that inspiration doesn’t always strike on schedule. Sometimes, creative writing prompts can unlock unexpected storylines, characters, …
Every bestselling novel begins with a great idea—but success also depends on discipline, structure, and persistence. Whether you’re beginning your …
Storytelling remains one of humanity’s oldest and most powerful traditions. Whether you are drafting your first novel or polishing a manuscript …
Self-publishing continues to reshape the publishing world. Once considered a last resort, it has now evolved into a respected and thriving industry. …
Writing is a lifelong journey that requires both creativity and discipline. Whether your goal is to draft a debut novel or polish your manuscript …
Great fiction is built on tension, transformation, and defiance. Sometimes, the most memorable characters are the ones who cross boundaries and …
An airtight plot is the backbone of every great story. Whether you’re drafting your first manuscript or preparing for fiction novel editing, asking …
Many authors struggle to express vulnerability and deep emotion in their writing. They worry that raw honesty might feel excessive or unrefined — or …
Every writer develops quirks — patterns that creep into our prose when we aren’t watching. Whether you’re drafting your first novel or preparing for …
A compelling opening line can capture the attention of readers and agents alike. It sets the tone, establishes voice, and shapes the trajectory of …
Some of history’s most beloved novels — A Tale of Two Cities, The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, Th…
Writing a novel is both thrilling and sacred work. It’s creative, complex, and sometimes chaotic. …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | Jan 8, 2026
Fiction writing demands discipline, curiosity, and deep emotional honesty. The craft can be taught, …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | Jan 7, 2026
Some people believe writing is a gift whispered by God, while others see it as a skill that can be …
I have been a therapist, a pastor, and a writer. What do those roles have in common? Far more than …
By Eric Myers | Soul of a Writer | January 26, 2026
Every strong story begins with strong self‑awareness. Whether you’re writing your very first …