Kimberly Dana explores how villains function in children’s stories, examining why they matter, what makes them memorable, and how writers can balance darkness with imagination and delight for young readers.
How to Keep Readers’ Interest in the Middle of Your Book
The middle of a novel is where many stories lose energy. Ashley Sargeant Hagan, Diane Sismour, Hank Phillippi Ryan, Jule Selbo, and Rich Zahradnik explore how to maintain momentum through the second act by deepening character arcs, raising stakes, and introducing...
