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Writing prompt ideas: 10 ideas from top authors
Seeking writing inspiration? Read 10 writing prompt ideas drawn from top authors' novels, books on writing, interviews, essays and blog posts: Writing prompt ideas: 10 exercises Rewrite a journal entry as a first-person story Describe an abstract emotion, then recreate it in images Write ...
April 19th, 2021
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8 story hook examples (how to grab attention)
A literary 'hook' in a story promises intrigue, entertainment and answers to the questions it raises. Far from the trickery of a bait and switch, a hook gives a true sense of what your reader can expect of your story's pleasures. Explore great story hook examples and what they teach us about sta...
April 12th, 2021
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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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How to write romantic novels: 9 bestseller insights
Learning how to write romantic novels requires understanding the key ingredients of a great love story. Read 9 insights from 10 top romance novels that show how to write romance that is marketable and affecting: How to write romantic novels: 9 bestseller insights Build characters read...
March 21st, 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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Main antagonists: How to write real opponents
A main antagonist is the character who is the main enemy or opposition to a hero or protagonist. Antagonists supply core conflict. How do you create and write potent opponents? Read a definition, examples and quotes, plus 8 steps to write yours: First, what is a main antagonist? The word a...
February 15th, 2021
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Story setting ideas: 7 tips to immerse readers
Strong story setting ideas are easy to find. Story setting examples by authors who write brilliant description supply many insights. Here are 7 ways to immerse your readers in place and time: 7 story setting ideas to try: Use the seasons or weather for mood Tie periods of your story to...
February 8th, 2021
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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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