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Using a writing prompts generator: 7 tips for progress
Using a writing prompts generator is not for every writer. Yet step-by-step prompts do make complex tasks easier. Read 7 tips for getting more out of writing prompts like those in Now Novel's dashboard: How to use a writing prompts generator well Use helpful placeholder text Use prompt...
February 1st, 2021
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How to find a writing group plus 7 pros of workshops
A writing group offers many perks. Mutual encouragement, greater accountability to your writing goals, and more. Read more about how to find a writing group and why it'll make you a better, more productive writer: First, what does a writing group do? A writing group meets regularly, either...
May 10th, 2021
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How a novel writing coach helps you get better faster
The benefits of coaching in athletics and business are well known. How does a novel writing coach help you write your story, though? Read on for eight insights into how coaching works, and why: 8 reasons why a writing coach makes writing easier: You set and achieve SMART goals Coaching...
August 30th, 2021
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Writing a book online? 8 vital questions answered
Writing a book online comes with many questions and choices. For example, what is the best website to write your book on? How much money can you make from writing a book and self-publishing on Amazon's KDP or joining a platform with a per-reader revenue sharing scheme? Here are 8 questions we an...
September 23rd, 2021
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Novel planner tools: 7 tips to propel your progress
Using novel planner tools helps you build a story with purpose. Whether you use a step-by-step, prompted outlining process like Now Novel's dashboard or other story software, try these tips to for planning and making progress: Making better story progress with planning tools: 7 tips Set ...
October 21st, 2021
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How to create a business plan for writers
The business of writing has as many moving parts as writing craft. This brief guide on how to create a business plan for writers will help you take steps to plan and adhere to SMART writing goals while keeping the business of writing (selling books and marketing your novels or non-fiction) firml...
November 22nd, 2021
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7 values driving good author coaching programs
Choosing an author coaching program for help with writing a book involves many factors. Read seven values to look for in (and bring to) your collaborative writing process. 7 values to look for in an author coaching program: Building and maintaining trust Two-way communication Practical he...
December 13th, 2021
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8 benefits of writing mentors for authors
Writing mentors wear many hats, like the Greek Goddess Athena who disguises herself an an old tutor named 'Mentor' in Homer's Odyssey. Read 8 benefits of working with a mentor, according to authors: Writing mentors share: Spaces for writing feedback and growth Insights that shift thinkin...
January 10th, 2022
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Writing resources: Our best of 2021
This year, we've explored many writing craft and writing process topics on the blog and in our monthly webinars. First, see the most popular articles on the blog this year, then tips from our webinars and good reads from elsewhere: 10 most read articles on Now Novel this year: 1. Dialogue ...
December 27th, 2021
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Best story writing websites in 2022
Need writing resources? Here are some of the best story writing websites. We've updated these resources to include writing tips, story plotting resources, publishing and book promo help, and more. Fiction writing websites - categories Writing tips and insights from authors Community a...
May 10th, 2022
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How to find beta readers for final draft feedback
Finding astute readers who will read your work before publication and offer insightful, free feedback is golden. Beta readers may help you spot continuity and other errors, SPAG and style mishaps, or give general but helpful feedback. What are beta readers, and how can you find yours? What is...
June 20th, 2022
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Writing community: 10 ways to connect and share
Joining a writing community is good for your writing craft. Whether you meet other writers online or in person, it's great for swapping ideas, critiques, and cementing your writing process while staying accountable. It adds a social side to what can otherwise feel a lonely process. Try these ten...
July 18th, 2022
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