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Tips for Writing Crime Fiction plotting & outlining Aug 07, 2025

Imagine a dimly lit room, a detective poring over clues, and the tantalizing question hanging in the air: whodunit? Crime fiction has long captivated readers with its suspenseful plots, complex crimin...

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Writing a Novel with a Dual Timeline: Tips and Techniques plotting & outlining Jul 31, 2025

Dual timeline novels can be captivating, emotionally rich, and incredibly satisfying for readers when done well. But writing one? That’s a whole different challenge.

Telling two stories set in differ...

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How to Write Fairy Tale Retellings plotting & outlining Jul 10, 2025

Are you looking to craft an enchanting retelling of a fairy tale? Want to breathe new life into your favorite classics with a unique twist? 

Fairy tale retellings are a wonderful way to revisit bel...

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How to Write a Western plotting & outlining May 29, 2025

If you've ever dreamed of vast open plains, standoffs at high noon, or outlaws with mysterious pasts, you might be drawn to the Western. And you're not alone! Westerns have captivated readers for ge...

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What is an Anticlimax? Tips to Avoid an Anticlimactic Ending plotting & outlining May 15, 2025

Picture this: You’re on an emotional rollercoaster, flying through the pages of a gripping novel. Your heart races. The tension builds. But when you finally reach the climax… the excitement fizzles....

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Rising Action in a Story: Definition, Examples, and Key Characteristics plotting & outlining Apr 24, 2025

You know that feeling when you pick up a book, start reading, and suddenly you can’t stop? That growing sense of anticipation, the tension simmering just beneath the surface, pulling you toward some...

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Autofiction versus Memoir: What's the Difference? plotting & outlining Dec 19, 2024

Are you considering using events from your own life as part of, or inspiration for, your novel? You might be wondering how much truth to include and how much to embellish. How to share parts of your...

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What is Juxtaposition? Definition and Examples of Juxtaposition in Literature plotting & outlining Dec 12, 2024

Have you ever wondered how some writers effortlessly weave contrasting elements into their novels, creating mesmerizing depth and impact? In this post, we're diving headfirst into the world of juxtapo...

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