by Chelsea Mueller | Jul 15, 2022 | Blog
If you’ve found your way to this blog you probably already know I love scenes that pack an emotional punch. You’ve probably also picked up on that I like a good fight scene and am delighted to point you to the best steamy reads. So, naturally, I’m...
by Chelsea Mueller | Aug 15, 2018 | Blog
A good fight scene can underscore the themes and character development in your book. Much of the advice in my Write Like a Fighter series has focused on the actual fight and how to leverage psychological components to make the scene more dynamic and offer greater...
by Chelsea Mueller | Feb 18, 2015 | Blog
In the Write Like a Fighter series, I try to give you as much insight into a fighter’s mindset. This helps in crafting accurate narration, emotion and character development during the scene. Today, though, we’re going to focus on an element that leads authenticity to...
by Chelsea Mueller | Jan 26, 2015 | Blog
This is going to be the True Life edition of Write Like a Fighter. I have some great practical posts planned, but instead we’re revisiting the topic I’m asked about most often: fighting while injured. I’ve talked about principles of fighting and what...
by Chelsea Mueller | Apr 17, 2014 | Blog
I’m no stranger to talking about fight scenes, but instead of my normal Write Like a Fighter method today I’m moderating a discussion on Reddit. The r/YAWriters subreddit is a productive thread for writers of young adult fiction with timely links and a...