The Second Story
Hello, my name is Hilary Layne. I've been writing stories and studying stories as long as I've been able to read. With this channel I'll be collecting everything I've learned about storytelling, worldbuilding, character development, and general writing tips and advice. If any of that sounds interesting to you, pull up a chair, grab a cup of coffee, and join me! My current novel is available to read on Royal Road. I'll be publishing it serially until it's done.The link to read it is below.

This is Why We Never Got Another Lord of the Rings

My Easy Scrivener Writing Workflow + Setup

How To Write A Smart Plot Twist

Write Interesting Dialogue | How Dialogue Really Works

Writing Conflict Isn't Complicated

Subplots Can't Hurt You (Rules, Principles, and Structure)

Anyone Can Build a Great Character Arc

Don't Give Up On Your First Draft

Creating Interesting Characters - A Beginner's Guide

How To Write Any Story - Why Pacing Is Everything

Losing The Plot - Oppenheimer's Disastrous Storytelling