Posts tagged book structure

Starting Near The End

The old writing adage says to “start as close to the end as possible.”

It’s also essential not to write a story thinking the end is the beginning.

At its heart, Story is about change. But it is not about triumph. It is about the journey there, the conditions that led to the change.

J KennySeptember 26, 2025writing advice, writing process, writing a book, book structure, writing coach

Adaptation For The Page

When talking about adapting a book, the term usually concerns whether a book can be adapted to the screen. The concept is broader. Essentially, all writing is adapting.

J KennyAugust 4, 2020writing a book, adapting a book, ghostwriter, finishing your book, book structure, screenplay structure