Campfire Stories As a Blueprint for Unforgettable Books
By: Ginger | Posted on June 13, 2025
What makes campfire stories so captivating? Aside from the atmosphere created by crackling flames and darkness held at bay by firelight, these stories grab our attention right away, hold us spellbound, and linger long after the last log burns out. These timeless storytelling techniques have thrilled listeners for generations and continue to shape the novels readers love most. From gripping openings to unforgettable endings, campfire stories follow a structure that speaks to something deep within us. In this week’s blog, Ginger breaks down those core elements and shows how they can serve as a blueprint for crafting fiction that sticks. Whether you’re revising your first draft or starting something new, this is a reminder of how powerful your storytelling can be when you tap into what has always worked. The other weekend, my wife and I escaped the stifling grind of suburban life for the rolling beauty of Belvidere, New… Read More >
Turning Inspiration Into Original Writing
By: Ginger | Posted on June 6, 2025
Most writers walk a line between influence and invention. What we grew up on, whether books, movies, or television shows, serve as creative fuel for both our conscious and subconscious mind. Just because a new book is inspired by a story from the past doesn’t mean it is inferior, or that the new work lacks originality. In this week’s blog, Ginger shares how his son’s Dragon Ball obsession recently sparked conversations about storytelling, creative “fixes,” and why influence is not the same as imitation. As Ginger explains, many of his own novels have been shaped by the iconic favorites of his youth. From anime and space operas to sword-wielding brutes, these inspirations helped form some of his most original ideas. In fact, it’s not uncommon for a single story to inspire generations of new ones, so instead of shying away from the stories that led you to writing in the… Read More >
