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How to make your writing stand out: 8 author branding tips

Learning how to make your writing stand out in a crowded digital marketplace or physical library is key to building your audience. Here are 8 branding tips to help you deliver a dependable author brand: How to make your writing stand out: 8 steps Develop your own, unique writing voice Car...

April 5th, 2021

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What is diction? How to write vivid voices

What is diction in writing? It is the effect that writing creates due to word choice and other elements of style such as register (formal vs casual) and connotation. It's the choices that make a 'posh' voice read posh, for example. Here are simple ways to use it to create personality in your sto...

March 15th, 2021

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Story ideas: Romance brainstorming in 8 easy steps

Looking for the kind of story ideas romance directors dream of? You could grow your idea from a 'meet cute' scenario. Or find what drives a natural (or unlikely) duo's mutual attraction. Try these 8 simple steps to develop a memorable romantic story or arc: Finding story ideas for romance: Th...

March 8th, 2021

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Future technology books: Q&A with author Kate Baucherel

Indie author and corporate blockchain educator Kate Baucherel shares insights on writing science fiction books. Learn more about writing tech fiction vs non-fiction, being accessible on technological subjects, and more. Writing tech fiction vs non-fiction Q: Thank you for speaking to us, K...

March 4th, 2021

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How to start a fantasy story: 6 intriguing ways

Learn how to start an epic fantasy story and create intrigue. Read examples from great fantasy novelists, plus the insights they share: How to start a fantasy novel: 6 creative methods Start with broad worldbuilding Begin with unique place details Launch into customs or culture S...

March 1st, 2021

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How to research for a book: 9 ways to prepare well

Deciding how to research for a book is a personal process, with much depending on your subject. Read 9 tips on how to research a novel: How to research for a book: Scope, process, tools Define the scope of research List headline research you'll need Do a 'quick and dirty' search ...

February 17th, 2021

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