Author Archives: DiAnn Mills

Every scene should have a goal, conflict, discovery, and high stakes.

Rhythmic pacing keeps your story alive and moving—in scenes and sequels that leave readers eager for what will happen next.

To know a book is to digest every word and experience it through the writer’s passion.

Invariably, family reunions spark story ideas for me.

All stories need strong heroes and heroines who must choose between courage and allowing evil to win.

A writer can dream, right?

Create a world that whisks your readers away.

In an antagonistic setting, every breath means potential disaster.

Being a writer means being your own boss—right?

Bestselling author and CWG Craftsman mentor DiAnn Mills offers lighthearted encouragement for your writing journey.