Writer's Digest January 2016 Digital Edition

Writer's Digest, January 2016, Volume 96, No. 1 FEATURES: Write Your Novel in 2016! The Machinery of Desire The most compelling characters are driven by conflicting desires. Here's how to use that yearning to pull all the right parts of your story in motion. by David Corbett Rewriting the “Rules" of Dialogue Understand why and how to break these 7 common rules about writing dialogue, and you'll write more effective, nuanced, and engaging character conversations. by Steven James Power Tools It's not the size of your writer's toolbox that matters,it's how you use what's inside. Become proficient with these 2 tools, and you can fix most any story problem. by Elizabeth Sims Novel Writing from A to Z Staring down the first blank page of your novel-to-be can be daunting,but any hesitation stops here. Our A to Z guide of expert tips, inspirational advice and helpful hints will walk you from Page 1 through The End. Compiled by Baihley Grandison & Tyler Moss The WD Interview: Jojo Moyes F