Mind Mapping - How to generate a mind map. A "big picture" technique for exploring connections and interactions in your story.Using Scene Cards for Picture Books - How to use the scene card techique to help write the picture book.How to Make a Picture Book Dummy - How to create a book dummy, and how to use it to revise your work.How to Self-Edit a Picture Book - What to look for while self-editing your picture book manuscript.How To Write a Synopsis - How to write a synopsis for your novel.Writing the Novel - Ideas, Characters, Plot, Place, and Roadmap. Five constructive pieces (archived from the blog) to help you write your first draft.