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The 10 Best Gifts for Writers This Holiday Season
The 10 Best Gifts for Writers This Holiday SeasonWriters need more than notebooks and pens. They thrive on inspiration, comfort, […]
Unlocking the Flow State: Tips for When It Doesn’t Work
The point of using dummy text for your paragraph is that it has a more-or-less normal distribution of letters. making […]
Building a World, Shaping a Character: The Interplay of Environment and Identity
Building a World, Shaping a Character: The Interplay of Environment and IdentityWorld building that feels real transforms mere settings into […]
The Art of Dialogue: Elevate Your Characters with Realistic Conversations
The Art of Dialogue: Elevate Your Characters with Realistic ConversationsDialogue is the heartbeat of fiction. It breathes life into characters […]
What is Happening with the Plot Dude’s Guide to Story?
What is Happening with the Plot Dude’s Guide to Story?Want to watch instead of reading? Check out the YouTube video!Watch […]
Understanding William Shunn Manuscript Format: A Guide for Authors
Understanding the William Shunn Manuscript Format: A Guide for AuthorsManuscript formatting in fiction writing plays a crucial role in how […]
Crafting Suspense: 5 Poisons and Their Detection Techniques for Mystery Authors
Crafting Suspense: 5 Poisons and Their Detection Techniques for Mystery AuthorsCrafting Suspense: 5 Deadly Poisons and How to Detect Them […]
How Authors Can Use AI Search Rankings to Boost Book and Genre Visibility
How Authors Can Use AI Search Rankings to Boost Book and Genre VisibilityIn the age of AI-driven discovery, authors face […]
🎳 The Plot Dude’s Guide to Author Tools That Really Tie the Business Together (Sumo Day Edition)
🎳 The Plot Dude’s Guide to Author Tools That Really Tie the Business Together (Sumo Day Edition)Hey, man. So there […]
How Your Writer Type Shapes Your Revision Process
How Your Writer Type Shapes Your Revision ProcessSo you've finished a draft (or you’re standing over one wondering what the […]
The Comparison Trap: How to Stop Measuring Your Draft Against Someone Else’s Finished Book
The Comparison Trap: How to Stop Measuring Your Draft Against Someone Else’s Finished BookYou ever find yourself scrolling through social […]
Writing Conferences: Setting Goals for Post-Conference Success
Writing Conferences: Setting Goals for Post-Conference SuccessWriting conferences are a goldmine for authors. They provide unique opportunities to connect with […]
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