Learn how to write characters forever changed by grief. Explore examples from John Wick, Edge of Darkness, and Rabbit Hole to craft emotionally rich and authentic arcs.
Author Archives: J.E. Nickerson
Creating from a Place of Faith, Not Fear
Break free from perfectionism and create with purpose. Discover how to create from a place of faith, not fear, and inspire others through your voice.
What’s in the Can? Why SEO Tags Are the Labels Your Content Needs
What’s in the Can? Why SEO Tags Are the Labels Your Content Needs
Imagine a grocery store full of blank cans—no labels, no clues. That’s your content without SEO tags. Learn why tags matter, how to choose the right ones, and how they help readers and search engines find your work.
Heart of Writing S1E5 Starting Small, Staying Steady
Starting Small, Staying Steady is a podcast for writers and creatives who want to build lasting success without burning out. Each episode explores practical strategies, mindset shifts, and inspiring stories to help you take consistent steps toward your big goals.
When Giants Fall: Writing the Slow Decline of Powerful Characters
Explore how to write powerful characters whose slow decline reshapes the emotional balance of your story. Learn from examples in Foundation, The Godfather, and more.
Verbal Sparring & Smooth Flow: Why Banter Makes stories Unforgettable
Discover how banter in films like Jaws, Mr. & Mrs. Smith, and Ocean’s Eleven builds character chemistry, drives the story, and keeps audiences engaged. Learn why sharp dialogue is a writer’s secret weapon.
When Good People Collide: Writing Conflicting Desires Between Likable Characters
Learn how to write emotionally rich stories where even likable characters clash. Explore character-driven conflict in The Morning Show, Shrinking, and The Avengers, and discover how to craft tension rooted in values, not villains.
Heart of Writing S1E4 Balancing our writing with the rest of our life
As writers, it’s easy to pour ourselves into our craft while neglecting our own energy and well-being. In this episode of Writing from the Heart, John Edward Nickerson shares honest reflections on the struggle to balance writing with everyday responsibilities—family, caregiving, health, and more. Discover practical encouragement to protect your energy, create routines that keepContinue reading “Heart of Writing S1E4 Balancing our writing with the rest of our life”
How to Use Health Struggles in Character Arcs
Learn how to write authentic character arcs shaped by illness, pain, or recovery—without falling into stereotypes or plot devices.
🩺 When the Body Becomes the Barrier: Writing Health as a Hidden Villain
Explore how memory loss, fatigue, and pain can quietly shape your characters. Learn to write health as a subtle but powerful antagonist.
We Are Wise Thinkers 