I’ve compiled a few writing tips here. The most memorable pieces of writing advice from author Dan Wells’ class at the 2023 Writing Excuses Retreat. These reminders are things I’ve heard before, but never exactly the way Dan shared them (which is the beauty of multiple instructors and in particular, writers as instructors).

For level 201 writers who have moved beyond the 101 mistakes, watch out for not describing things at the right time; meaning right when the reader needs the descript...