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Dario Villirilli

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Editor-in-Chief of the Reedsy blog, Dario is a graduate of Mälardalen University. As a freelance writer, he has written for many esteemed outlets aimed at writers. A traveler at heart, he can be found roaming the world and working from his laptop.

Recent posts

Science fiction writing tips: Ideas from 8 authors

If you love good science fiction, you know the genre is so much more than deep space adventures or scientific mishaps like Frakenstein's monster. Read tips on writing science fiction from eight sci-fi authors: How to write good science fiction: Decide your type of science fiction Imagi...

August 8th, 2022

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Writing to market: 10 pros and cons to weigh

Writing to market, tailoring your book to a well-defined audience, has pros and cons. Read on for pros of niching down, and keep reading for the cons so you can weigh your options: What does writing to market mean? The phrase writing to market means writing books that are written more to m...

June 27th, 2022

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How to describe a person vividly: 8 ways

Knowing how to describe a person so that your reader forms a vivid impression is vital for immersive writing. How can you describe a person precisely and avoid pace-crushing info dumps or eyes, eyes, eyes? Read 8 ways to write better, varied character description: 8 ways to describe people in...

June 13th, 2022

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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 write a plot outline: 7 plotting techniques

Creating a story outline is not for everyone. Yet it is a useful way to scrutinize and expand your story idea. A way to find more material, and create a story structure template that guides your draft. Learn how to write a plot outline with these seven plotting techniques: 7 popular story out...

April 25th, 2022

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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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