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Pros and cons of self-publishing – should you do it?
So you’ve finally written your novel and you want to get it published. You’ve heard of the tremendous success of self-published authors, such as Colleen Hoover. Now you’re wondering if that’s the way to go. Is it? Colleen Hoover was originally a self-published author. As of Octo...
July 24th, 2023
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Context and subtext in dialogue: Creating layered speech
Context and subtext in dialogue helps us read place, emotion, motivation and more in speech. Use this guide to context and subtext in dialogue to write communication that comes alive in spoken and unspoken cues. What is subtext in conversation? Definition and types 'Subtext' is what lies ...
May 1st, 2023
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Story planning and outlining: Complete guide
Key story planning terms Why outline stories Book planning methods Tools to plan stories Authors on planning This guide to story planning and outlining explores common planning terms and techniques in fiction writing, free and paid tools to plan your story, authors on their...
October 31st, 2022
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Story coach Arja Salafranca on writing and editing
We chat to award-winning author, editor and Now Novel story coach Arja Salafranca about writing poetry, prose and embracing multiple mediums. Arja's advice: Write your passion. Watch the video or read the transcript below. [youtube id="4IFgJaoHwoc"] Getting to know Arja Salafranca Brend...
October 27th, 2022
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Creating dynamic characters and static types: 7 ideas
Dynamic characters change while static characters tend to stay the same. Learn more about these character types, with examples: Dynamic characters vs static characters: Definitions What is a dynamic character? A dynamic or round character in fiction has an arc involving significant growt...
October 10th, 2022
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Story plotting and structure: Complete guide
Plotting terms Types of plot Plot ideas Plot development Plotting and conflict Plot devices Story structure This story plotting guide covers everything from brainstorming plot ideas to plot development, story structure and more. Use the links above to jump to the sect...
October 3rd, 2022
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Story setting and worldbuilding: Complete guide
Story setting terms Genre and setting Setting planning and research Developing settings Setting and conflict Describing settings Worldbuilding tips Use the links above to jump to the setting topic you're interested in right now. What is setting?: Key terms and co...
December 5th, 2022
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Writing romantic scenes and fight scenes: 6 parallels
Writing romantic scenes between lovers and writing fight scenes (between lovers or heroes and villains) might sound miles apart. Yet both share common important elements: 1. Structure (shape, purpose, clarity and direction) There are four things great scenes of all types (not only ro...
July 13th, 2017
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Writing a novel in a month: 10 tips for plotters and pantsers
Streamlining your writing process is useful. Whether you're gearing up for a novel-writing challenge such as NaNoWriMo, or simply have a personal deadline. Here are 10 tips for writing a novel in a month: 1. Make preparations, even if you're a pantser Aspiring authors often describe themse...
October 23rd, 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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Plot twist ideas: 7 examples and tips for twists
A good plot twist adds intrigue, suspense or surprise to a novel. Plot twists are particularly popular in suspense-heavy novels such as murder mysteries, because they prolong suspense-creating questions about cause and identity. Read 7 examples of effective plot twists and what they teach us: ...
August 7th, 2017
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5 Types of Dialogue and How to Use Them in Fiction
Dialogue is the verbal exchange between characters that advances the plot, reveals character traits, and lends authenticity to your narrative. Some authors also consider a character’s “inner voice” to be a type of dialogue. However it’s used, dialogue can be an incredibly powerful narrative tool!
August 4th, 2025
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