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How to outline a novel (template plus 7 checks)
Deciding how to outline a novel (or whether to outline at all) is a personal process for each author. This sample book outline plus 7 checks and insights will help you outline with purpose: Novel outlining: Pros, Cons, and Pitfalls Outlining novels: Pros and consShould I outline a novel?'P...
January 25th, 2021
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How to start a writing career: 7 bright ideas
Starting a story or novel is challenging enough. But how do you start a writing career, one of longevity and rewarding opportunities taken? Read 7 ideas for how to start a writing career: How to build a writing career: Invest in your skills every day Balance theory with praxis Manage expe...
January 11th, 2021
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Screenwriting tips: 8 big ideas (that apply to novels too)
How do you write a good screenplay? Or a novel worthy of film adaptation? Screenwriting tips by masters of visual storytelling help. Here are 8 great screenwriting ideas that apply to novels and other formats too: Screenwriting tips that apply to novels too: Keep your eyes on the ground a...
December 14th, 2020
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Writing schedule hacks (how major authors got going)
Having a good writing schedule is crucial for finishing. Here are 10 ways to get into a better writing routine: Writing schedule hacks to make time: Get accountable Stack good habits Stop mid-sentence Don't find time - make it Be an opportunist Write daily Find a fragment that excites you...
December 7th, 2020
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Book formatting: 8 tips for readable books
Consistent, neat book formatting matters. Layout, spacing, margins, font (typography and font size), plus other details factor into the legibility and appeal of your manuscript. Read 8 tips to ensure you format your book well, whether you plan to publish in print or digitally: How to format y...
November 30th, 2020
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Clarity in writing: 7 musts for lucid prose
Clarity in writing means the ease with which a reader can understand you. It means avoiding unintended ambiguity or confusing sentence structure. Read 7 tips for keeping writing clear and engaging: What is clarity in writing? Clarity in writing refers to writing's ability to convey: Co...
November 23rd, 2020
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What should I write about? 7 tips to leap in
Are you wondering, 'What should I write about?' these tips will help you leap in and find ideas for a story and sketch scenes to expand it: 7 ways to find ideas for what to write: List your passions to find story potential Combine fascinating subjects Daydream and ask hypotheticals Test y...
November 16th, 2020
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What causes writer's block? Simple fixes to finish
'Writer's block' - an impasse that stops your writing progress - a square, heavy weight. What causes writer's block, the feeling of being unable to move forwards in your writing? And how can you fix it? Try these simple ways to get writing again: 5 strategies to beat writer's block What ca...
November 9th, 2020
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Your best book marketing strategy: 10 tips
[This is a guest post by Dave Chesson, founder of Kindlepreneur - Ed.] Marketing your book doesnβt have to break the bank or burn a hole in your pocket. As a starting author, or just one who needs to save some money, marketing on a budget is a must β not a choice. Letβs look at 10 of the bes...
November 5th, 2020
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How to develop a character: 7 simple steps
Knowing how to develop a character so your reader invests in them and believes their journey is key to writing great character-driven stories. Try these 7 simple steps to begin creating affecting, intriguing character arcs: Developing characters in 7 steps: What is character development? ...
November 4th, 2020
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Writing skills: How to improve yours 10 ways
Writing skills: How to improve them, make your writing sing? It takes knowing the canvas of grammar, plus having the many colours, brushes and techniques of a robust vocabulary and imagination. Try these 10 ways to get better: Level up your writing skills: How to improve now Use top resou...
November 2nd, 2020
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How to write an autobiography: 7 key steps
Many people who've lived interesting lives want to learn how to write an autobiography. Whether you want to write a memoir or a fictional autobiography, these 7 steps will help you start: What is autobiography? Autobiography means to write about yourself, typically the account of significa...
October 26th, 2020
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