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Best book writing blog posts of 2015
We've been looking through our most-shared and most-viewed articles to find out what your best book writing blog posts of 2015 were. Here are our top ten, according to what resonated with you most: How to write a book: 151 must-visit writing websitesIt didn't surprise us that this came ...
January 7th, 2016
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Plot vs character: What drives a great novel?
Choosing whether your novel will be plot driven or character driven is an important part of writing a novel. Plot vs character isn't a simple choice, as each emphasis has its own benefits (and disadvantages if it is emphasized far more than the other). Read the pros and cons of each story type, ...
May 10th, 2016
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How many words are in a novel? Finding the right book length
How many words are in a novel, on average? It’s a question aspiring authors often ask. Book lengths vary widely. Every now and then a true doorstopper is published. Haruki Murakami’s 1Q84 (which runs to 928 pages) is one example. Vikram Seth’s A Suitable Boy (published in 1993) runs to a whoppin...
January 21st, 2016
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How to write a book trilogy: 5 crucial steps
Want to learn how tow write a triad of books that keeps readers with you to the end? Here are 5 key steps for how to write a book trilogy: How to write a trilogy series: Study trilogies' structure and learn what works Plan a thread that builds through all three books Treat the m...
February 29th, 2016
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First person narrative: 7 tips for writing great narrators
Telling a story using mainly first person narrative has both pros and cons. Here are 7 steps to creating a great 'I' narrator, but first: The pros and cons of writing a novel in first person The benefit of telling a story in first person, from a single character's perspective at a time, is...
March 15th, 2016
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30 top book writing tips from the best blogs
Quotes on writing are a mixed bag. But the top book writing tips from the best writing blogs are actionable and practical. Here are 30 great pieces of advice from around the blogosphere: 5 tips on writing a helpful book outline 1. When writing a book outline, you have the op...
April 14th, 2016
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How to become a novelist: 10 top authors' tips
Published authors know there are many steps to how to become a novelist. You need discipline, imagination and planning skills to become a writer. These ten helpful quotes by bestselling authors describe some of the most important steps to becoming a writer. When you're finished readin...
May 12th, 2016
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How to write a first novel: 10 Do's and Don'ts
When you're starting out, nobody shows you how to write a first novel. Writing a novel requires focus, planning, motivation and discipline. Here are 10 do's and don'ts for writing your first book: When you write your first novel, do: Plan and structure your book and your time Writing a ...
May 19th, 2016
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How to get better at writing daily: 10 methods
Actively learning how to get better at writing daily will greatly benefit your writing style and craft. Set aside as little as half an hour per day to add something new to your writing toolkit. Here are 10 easy tasks you can set yourself: Memorize five new synonyms Copy a paragraph by a grea...
May 26th, 2016
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How to write a classic: 7 key elements
Many different factors go into whether a book becomes a classic. Some are classics because they explore significant themes brilliantly. Some become mainstays of language classes because they contain valuable ideas for discussion. Some become classics because they speak to people across...
August 12th, 2016
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What is pacing in writing? Mastering pace
What is pacing in writing? In fiction, pacing refers to how quickly (or slowly) the action of the story unfolds. Why is pacing in a story important? Because it helps to keep the reader interested and maintains a desired atmosphere and tone. A suspense thriller shouldn't move at a crawl, just as ...
June 1st, 2016
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50 creative writing prompts to enrich your craft
Creative writing prompts provide a useful way to jog inspiration. Try these creative writing exercises focused on individual elements of storytelling: Creative writing prompts - find inspiration to: Master POV Create compelling dialogue Craft vivid setting descriptions Create int...
June 2nd, 2016
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