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TO SERIES, OR NOT TO SERIES - That is Often the Question
A common discussion among writers is whether to write a standalone novel or a series of books featuring the same characters or world. My...
Unlock Your Potential and Start Your New Year With More Knowledge, More Skill, More Readers!
Way too often, I see evidence of a new writer publishing well before they’re ready. Writers in too much of a rush to get their stories out..
DON’T BE A WORDY WRITER – FOUR WAYS TO TIGHTEN YOUR PROSE WITHOUT DESTROYING YOUR VOICE
We all want to have a unique voice, but no one wants to be known as a wordy writer. When your writing is wordy, you risk giving your...
FOUR MUST-HAVE STORY ELEMENTS
Have you ever been told your story is lacking? Perhaps the one telling you something is missing is the voice inside your head. You know...
What's World Building Got to Do with Writing Contemporary Fiction? Everything!
No matter where you live on this Earth, I imagine your world is somewhat different from what it was a year ago, and also somewhat different from those who live elsewhere, whether they live in the next town over or in another country. However, time and location are not the only things that make up the world around us. Yet, for many writers, when they hear the words “world building” in reference to writing, they immediately think that aspect only applies to fantasy or science f
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