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5 Strategies to Improve Your Writing Skills and Become a Better Writer productivity Oct 31, 2024

Writing is a skill that requires practice. This is true for all kinds of written work, but with creative writing, it's sometimes hard to tell if our skills and creativity are actually...

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Mastering Scene Structure: Write the Perfect Scene for Your Story drafting Oct 24, 2024

One of the most important elements of a novel is the scene—those building blocks that move the story forward and connect seamlessly to the next. As a writer, crafting scenes that captivate...

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How to Introduce a Character: Tips for Writing Character Introductions developing characters Oct 17, 2024

Have you ever read a book or watched a movie where a character was introduced, and you immediately felt emotionally invested in their story? It's a powerful feeling, isn't it? As writers, we...

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Mastering Chekhov's Gun: Definition, Examples, and Proven Writing Tips plotting & outlining Oct 10, 2024

Have you ever noticed that in the best stories, seemingly minor details introduced early on can set up climactic moments later in the book? This use of dramatic tension and payoff is a literary...

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How to Write a Horror Story: 5 Tips for Writing Horror Fiction drafting plotting & outlining Oct 03, 2024

The horror genre has long captivated readers by tapping into one of our most primal emotions—fear. Whether it’s the slow-burning terror of a psychological thriller or the jump-scare...

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Tips for Debut Authors: What to Expect in Your Publishing Debut Year self publishing traditional publishing Sep 26, 2024

Congrats! It’s finally here—the release of your debut book! But now what? Do you post about your book on social media? Look for influencers? Hire a publicist? Do you read reviews on...

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How to Prevent DNF: Tips to Keep Readers Hooked editing & revising plotting & outlining Sep 19, 2024

Have you ever lost interest in a book that you were once engrossed in? It's frustrating for both readers and writers. There are many reasons readers put down books, but it's crucial for authors to...

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5 Principles for Achieving Clarity in Writing: Sharpen Your Sentences and Improve Your Style editing & revising Sep 12, 2024

Clarity is an essential part of storytelling. It's the bridge that connects the author’s imagination with the reader’s understanding. You can spend months scripting a fantastic plot,...

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