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How to become a writer: 10 successful authors' secrets
There's no single path in how to become a writer. Yet the paths of accomplished wordsmiths shed some light: How to become a writer: 10 important ideas Value the failures, too Persevere, typos and all Practice storytelling in any available arena Start small and work your way up Work with g...
May 24th, 2021
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How to write critiques: An easy A to Z
Learning how to write critiques is a valuable skill to master, whether you're in a writing group or are an aspiring editor. But how do you write a useful, constructive critique of another writer, especially if you feel 'unqualified' (a concern less experienced members of our writing groups have ...
May 17th, 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 to write character profiles: 10 tips and a template
Character profiles are helpful process work for writing. A profile contains all you need to know about your characters; ID facts such as name, age, gender, birthplace, plus story elements such as characters' goals, motivations, desires, and conflicts. Read how to write character profiles in 10, ...
May 3rd, 2021
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How to write the middle of a story: 9 tips
Writing the middle of a novel has its own unique challenges. You need to develop your story further after your engrossing start and set in place the build to the end. The curse of the 'saggy middle' can't take hold. Read 9 tips on how to write the middle of a story and get it right: How to wr...
April 26th, 2021
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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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