KN Magazine: Articles
Literary Alchemy: Ingredients of the Story – Foreshadowing
Foreshadowing is one of the most powerful tools in a writer’s craft, planting subtle clues that build suspense, deepen theme, and create satisfying payoffs. In this installment of Literary Alchemy, Chrissy Hicks breaks down how to use foreshadowing effectively—through dialogue, setting, symbolism, and character action—so readers stay engaged and every twist feels earned.
Drop the Pen! What Every Writer Should Know About Real Police Work: Ten Codes
A practical, candid look at police ten-codes—what they are, why they exist, how inconsistently they’re used, and why writers should approach them with caution when striving for authenticity in crime and thriller fiction.
Drop the Pen!: What Every Writer Should Know About Real Police Work: Handcuffs
A practical, behind-the-scenes guide to how real police officers apply, manage, and think about handcuffs—dispelling Hollywood myths and giving writers accurate insight into procedure, safety, pain, and the constitutional considerations behind restraint.
Flying Solo: On Finding Success As a Writer Without the Help of an Agent
Anna Scotti offers an honest, witty, and motivating look at what it means to build a career as a writer without an agent. From realistic expectations about advances to insider strategies for publishing with indie presses, entering contests, managing submissions, and promoting your own work, she shows how many authors thrive while “flying solo”—and how you can, too.
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