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How to write a hook: 8 tips to lure in readers

Knowing how to write a hook is one of the key skills separating published from unpublished authors. Publishers want to know (among other things) that your book will appeal to an audience within the relevant market. How do you write a hook that makes readers lose track of time in book stores and ...

November 20th, 2017

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Character motivation examples: 7 tips for clear motives

Believable character motivations drive all of literature's most famous characters. Characters, like real people, have desires, wants and needs. They have motivations they're aware of and ones they aren't. These all impact the choices they make.  Here are 7 tips for creating character motiva...

November 16th, 2017

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Writing descriptive sentences: 6 simple rules

Great descriptive writing brings story scenes to life. We see the flickering candlelit banquet halls or chaotic battlefields great descriptions conjure. Here are 6 tips to write descriptive sentences that are evocative: 1: Choose precise imagery (avoid overusing abstract nouns) We often th...

November 13th, 2017

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Dialogue words: Other words for 'said' (and what to avoid)

Writing effective, compelling dialogue has multiple elements. It's not only what characters say but how they say it that matters. Read other words for said as well as tips for keeping your dialogue natural and engrossing: What is a 'dialogue tag' (or speech tag)? Tags (like name tags) iden...

November 6th, 2017

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Novel characters: 15 top character creation tips

Great novel characters share common features: Distinct, authentic voices, character development, clear goals and motivations, strengths and flaws. Here are 15 of our top character creation tips gathered from some of the best writing blogs and websites: 15 character creation tips for...

November 2nd, 2017

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Stop procrastinating: 9 ways to write more

Procrastination is the enemy of writers, of all creative people. If you've committed to writing a book or story but are avoiding the task, there are simple ways to write more. Try these strategies to boost your focus and motivation. [When you're done, join Now Novel for tools and support to stop...

October 26th, 2017

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