Welcome to Crystal Crawford's official author blog!

Can an Onion Help You Write a Better Novel? (Introducing, the Plot Onion!)

this newest resource is for fiction-writers who – like me – struggle to keep the big-picture story neatly in mind while writing...

If You Write Fiction, This Is for You!

Announcing my new "crash course in fiction writing" guide!

Don’t Have Scrivener? How to Use Microsoft Word for All Your Writing Needs

Don’t have fancier software, but have Microsoft Word? Learn how to make the most of it for your writing process.

How to Self-Edit Your Writing

A good self-edit can make a huge difference in your writing, but only if you know how to do it well. Here are 7 tips to help you self-edit..

How to Create Memorable Characters

Vibrant, memorable characters are the heart of storytelling and the window through which you are able to access your readers’ emotions.

Call for Community

Writing is solitary, but I have learned how much stronger and better, my writing can be when I have the benefit of a writing community.

Helpful Books for Writers

As both a writer and a writing instructor, I read a lot of books on writing. Here are my top book recommendations for writers.

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