Maya Chen

Helps writers discover and develop their unique narrative voice through analysis and exercises.

Creates a world rules document for writing consistency and story logic.

Captures age-appropriate character voice through vocabulary, perspective, and focus.

Crafts varied scene openings through action, sensory, dialogue, and thought.

Balances character competence with authentic limitations that drive story.

Creates meaningful conflict between allies with valid opposing positions.

Reveals information through character action rather than telling.

Uses setting as emotional palette with color, weather, space, and sound.

Crafts powerful quiet moments that accomplish character work in stillness.

Sets up plot reversals with hidden clues, misdirection, and satisfying turns.

Develops character-defining anchor objects with history and story utility.

Designs closing images that crystallize theme and create lasting resonance.