It’s not just about starting a story—it’s about snatching your reader’s attention before they even settle into their seat. A great first line doesn’t wait. It doesn’t whisper. It doesn’t knock. It kicks the door in and dares the reader not to follow. So, what makes a first line memorable? Let’s dig in.

Letting your characters walk into the unknown is one of the most powerful tools in your writer’s toolbox. It’s what separates flat stories from unforgettable ones, and passive characters from legends.

Letting your characters walk into the unknown is one of the most powerful tools in your writer’s toolbox. It’s what separates flat stories from unforgettable ones, and passive characters from legends.

If you’ve ever read a book that lets you step into the shoes of multiple characters and feel every heartbeat, fear, or revelation from their unique lens—then you’ve experienced the magic of a well-crafted multi-POV story. But let’s be clear: this isn’t easy work. It’s a high-wire act between depth and confusion, clarity and chaos. When done well, multiple points of view don’t just tell a story—they reveal a world. So today, let’s break it down: the why, when, and how of writi

In this week’s Tony Tips Tuesdays™, we’re exploring how to write grief with authenticity and purpose—how to let loss shape your characters in a way that feels honest, moving, and deeply human.