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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 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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Understanding Book Genres: A Comprehensive Guide for Writers drafting marketing plotting & outlining Aug 29, 2024

Have you ever struggled to categorize your writing? Are you unsure whether your novel is a romance, contemporary fiction, or women's fiction? Or maybe you're writing a book that blends multiple...

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How to Write a Thriller: Tips for Writing a Thriller Novel drafting plotting & outlining Aug 22, 2024

Are you looking to craft an electrifying thriller? From the excitement and suspense thrillers offer to the intellectual challenge and emotional rollercoaster they provide, thrillers have a unique...

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Mastering the Present Tense: A Writer's Guide to Crafting Novels in Present Tense Style drafting editing & revising Aug 01, 2024

One of the key decisions you'll need to make as you're writing a novel or short story is which verb tense to use. In fiction, tense is used to describe when things happen. Typically, books are...

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Mastering Pacing in Writing: Essential Tips to Pace Your Story like a Pro drafting editing & revising plotting & outlining Jul 18, 2024

Do you feel like your plot is dragging on and on? Are you worried readers will get bored halfway through and put your book down? If so, then you might need to work on your narrative pacing. A...

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How to Write a Scene: Tips for Crafting Strong Scenes drafting editing & revising Jul 11, 2024

Scenes are more than just witty dialogue, shocking twists, or romantic moments— they are the fundamental unit of fiction and the foundation of the emotional connection between your story and...

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Tips for Writing a Sequel Readers Will Love drafting plotting & outlining Jul 04, 2024

Writing a sequel can be both exciting and daunting. You've already captured your readers' hearts with your first book, and now they're eagerly waiting for more. How do you ensure your sequel lives...

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