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Why do so many authors write Christmas books?
Dec 18
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How do you respectfully describe body types?
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How to Set Achievable Writing Goals
Dec 12
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How do you write uncommon tropes or plot twists?
Dec 9
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6 More Writing Playlists to Inspire and Motivate
Dec 6
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How do you reignite your writing spark?
Dec 2
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The Novlr Guide To Finding Writing Inspiration
Nov 28
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How do I create unique voices for my characters?
Nov 25
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Maintain Focus With Aesthetic Isolation
Nov 22
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How do you maintain flow and pacing?
Nov 18
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Using In Medias Res as a Narrative Hook
Nov 15
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Why does genre matter?
Nov 11
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How to Bring Your Writing to Life with Sensory Language
Nov 8
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How do you describe characters whose names haven’t been revealed?
Nov 4
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Genre Talk: Exploring the World of Horror Fiction
Nov 1
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How do you write a likeable villain?
Oct 28
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A Busy Person’s Guide to Writing A Novel in a Month
Oct 25
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How do I start writing poetry as a beginner?
Oct 21
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A Quick ’n‘ Easy Glossary of Poetic Terms
Oct 18
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What is the difference between a hero and an anti-hero?
Oct 14
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How Creative Writers Can Harness the Power of Libraries
Oct 11
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How do you write a platonic relationship?
Oct 7
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The Art of the Plot Twist: How to Keep Your Audience Guessing
Oct 4
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How do you write an Agent query letter?
Sep 30
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The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F* About Bad Reviews
Sep 27
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How do you write an argument?
Sep 23
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Genre Talk: Exploring the World of Science Fiction
Sep 20
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How do you write an established relationship?
Sep 16
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Book Formatting 101: Everything You Need to Know
Sep 13
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How do you write hopelessness and a crisis of self?
Sep 9
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5 Marketing Tips for Traditionally Published Authors
Sep 6
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Why do writers love to torture their characters?
Sep 2
Book Promotion
How to use TikTok as a Writer: An Introduction
Aug 30
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How do I turn a writing prompt into a story?
Aug 26
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Why “Just Write” is The Best Writing Advice Ever
Aug 23
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How do I strengthen my writing?
Aug 19
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Finding the Ideal Chapter Length for Your Story
Aug 16
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How much should a writer focus on research?
Aug 13
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Write to the Right Soundtrack
Aug 12
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6 More Writing Playlists for Scenes and Vibes
Aug 9
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Do deer have any specific literary meaning?
Aug 6
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Understanding Book Genres: An Essential Tool for Writers
Aug 5
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Explore Experimental Writing Techniques to Overcome Writer’s Block
Aug 2
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How do you write a slow burn romance?
Jul 30
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Seven Types of Imagery to Bring Your Story to Life
Jul 29
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Self-Editing Like a Pro: From First to Final Draft
Jul 26
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How do you write addiction?
Jul 23
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Easy Social Media Strategies for Writers
Jul 22
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An Introductory Guide to Common Writing and Publishing Terms
Jul 19
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How do I write the found family trope?
Jul 16
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Writing Your Way Through the Dark
Jul 15
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I Wrote (Another) Novel in 24 Hours, and This is What I Learned
Jul 12
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How do I write a morally gray serial killer?
Jul 9
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6 Banned Books and Why You Should Read Them
Jul 8
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6 More Writing Playlists to Boost Your Imagination
Jul 5
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Are you allowed to use real people in your fiction?
Jul 2
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How to Come Up with a Theme for Your Story
Jul 1
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Choosing Your Narrative Voice: Which Option is Right for You?
Jun 28
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How do I get started with writing?
Jun 25
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Three Ways Writing Poetry Will Make You a Better Prose Writer
Jun 24
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How to Write a Short Story Using the ABDCE Structure
Jun 21
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How do I write anthropomorphic animals?
Jun 18
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Three Books on Writing All Writers Should Read
Jun 17
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Elmore Leonard’s 10 Rules for Writing: How Useful Are They?
Jun 14
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How can you expand your vocabulary to avoid repetition?
Jun 11
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How to Get The Most From Your Beta Readers
Jun 10
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A Writer’s Guide to Great Travel Writing
Jun 7
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How do I start writing plants into my story?
Jun 4
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Should Writers Pay Submission Fees? Everything You Need to Know
Jun 3
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6 Techniques To Help You Find Your Writer’s Voice
May 31
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Do you have any advice for indecisiveness when creating characters?
May 28
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The New York Times Bestseller Lists Explained
May 27
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Let’s Write a Novel in 24 Hours!
May 24
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How do I create laws and rules for my story world?
May 21
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What Does it Mean to Start Your Story Late?
May 20
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An Unconventional Guide to Self-Promotion from a Self-Published Author
May 17
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How do I introduce side characters without info dumping?
May 14
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How to Write a Four Act Cozy Mystery (With Downloadable Template)
May 13
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How to Create Interesting Characters Using the STEAL Method
May 10
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How do you keep the middle of your story interesting?
May 7
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6 Epic Mood and Scene-Specific Playlists for Writing Inspiration
May 6
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The Writers’ and Artists’ Yearbook: A Writer’s Best Friend
May 3
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How to Get Over Rejection: A Writer’s Guide
Apr 29
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Finding Writing Inspiration in Real Life
Apr 26
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5 Worldbuilding Exercises for Science Fiction and Fantasy
Apr 22
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Preface, Introduction, Foreword, and Prologue: What They Are and How To Use Them
Apr 19
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How to Write Engaging Non-Fiction: Nature Writing
Apr 15
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Genre Talk: Exploring the World of Historical Fiction
Apr 11
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6 Ways to Use Your Favourite Books for Writing Prompts
Apr 8
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How to Write a Mystery or Crime Thriller (with Downloadable Template)
Apr 5
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8 Mistakes to Avoid For a Perfect Ending to Your Novel
Apr 1
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How to Transition from Writing Fanfiction to Writing Original Fiction
Mar 29
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How to Pitch Your Novel to Agents Like a Pro
Mar 25
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How to Develop Your Writing Skills and Gain Confidence in Your Writing
Mar 22
Book Promotion
Why Writers Should Be Using Tumblr: A Complete Guide
Mar 18
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5 Writing Exercises to Help You Create Vivid Story Settings
Mar 15
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What to Do When Motivation Is Lacking
Mar 11
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Turn Up the Heat: A Guide to Adding Spicy Scenes to Your Fiction
Mar 8
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NetGalley: The Ultimate Guide for Indie Authors
Mar 4
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The Fichtean Curve: How to Escalate Tension and Conflict
Mar 1
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What Kind of Editing is Right For Me?
Feb 26
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What Makes a Good Story?
Feb 23
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Commissioning Cover Art: Red Flags and How to Spot Them
Feb 19
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From Concept to Creation: Building a Mood Board for Your Writing Project
Feb 16
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Easy Book Marketing for Indie Authors
Feb 12
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Genre Talk: Exploring the World of Paranormal Romance
Feb 9
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How to Write the Perfect Romance Novel (with Downloadable Template)
Feb 5
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8 Mistakes to Avoid to Write the Perfect Novel Opening
Feb 2
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How to Write the Perfect Antihero
Jan 29
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How to Craft the Perfect Story Setting (With Downloadable Template)
Jan 26
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Ask a Ghostwriter: Your Questions Answered
Jan 22
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An Insider’s Guide to Writing the Perfect Lyrical Essay
Jan 19
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5 Ways That Humility Can Make You A Better Writer
Jan 15
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What Do Writers Need to Get Copyright Permission for?
Jan 12
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How to Write Amazing Narrative Non-Fiction
Jan 8
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Reading Roundup: Our Writers’ Favourite Books of 2023
Jan 5
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How to Write a Novel in a Year
Dec 29
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10 Festive Writing Prompts to Spark Your Holiday Spirit
Dec 22
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Beyond the End: How to Write the Perfect Story Resolution
Dec 18
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What is a Publishing Imprint?
Dec 15
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How to Self-Publish an Audiobook: A Writer’s Journey
Dec 11
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5 Tips for How to Write With a Busy Life
Dec 8
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How to Write Thrilling Plot Twists
Dec 4
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A Foolproof Character Cheat Sheet (With Downloadable Template)
Dec 1
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Genre Talk: Exploring the World of Dark Academia
Nov 27
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4 Reading Tips That Will Make You A Better Writer
Nov 24
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A Beginner’s Guide to Dialogue Tags
Nov 20
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How to Write an Engaging Author Bio
Nov 17
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How to Vet a Literary Agent
Nov 13
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Writing Your Way Into Conflict
Nov 10
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How to Fit Writing Around a Full-Time Job
Nov 6
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Finding Your NaNoWriMo Muse: Tips for Overcoming Writer’s Block
Nov 3
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How To Plan a Novel (By Not Planning It)
Oct 30
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How To Write a Truly Memorable Villain
Oct 27
Publishing
How to Write a Killer Book Synopsis
Oct 23
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Why Giving Characters Control of Your Story is Good For Your Narrative
Oct 20
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5 Tips to Write a Good Subplot That Every Writer Needs to Know
Oct 16
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Author Spotlight With Elle Botz
Oct 13
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How to Write a Story Resolution Your Readers Will Remember
Oct 9
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Character Archetypes and How to Use Them in Your Novel
Oct 6
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The Best Plot Structure for Writing a Romantic Comedy
Oct 2
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5 Helpful Tips for Writing Children’s Books
Sep 29
Editing
5 Editing Tips to Revise and Strengthen Your Dialogue
Sep 25
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6 Essential Ingredients for Building Your Fantasy World
Sep 22
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When Creativity Meets Reality: The Truth Behind “Write What You Know”
Sep 18
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5 Writing Games to Help You Get to Know Your Characters
Sep 15
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The Ghost Behind: Writing Psychological Trauma
Sep 11
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How to Write an Engaging Memoir
Sep 8
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Breaking Down the Key Lessons of Stephen King’s On Writing
Sep 4
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How Many Words in a Book? A Guide for Writers
Sep 1
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How Finding a Writing Community Can Support Your Goals
Aug 28
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A Beginner’s Guide to Copyright for Creative Writers
Aug 25
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Why Reviews Are Important for Self-Published Authors
Aug 21
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5 Grammar Mistakes You Can Make Without Worrying
Aug 18
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Author Spotlight with Carl Burkitt
Aug 14
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A Guide to Writing Tenses for Creative Writers
Aug 11
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Bridging the Gap: How to Start Your Next Chapter
Aug 7
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How To Create a Fan-Favorite Character
Aug 4
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How to Research and Bring Authentic History to Your Fiction
Jul 31
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What Is an ISBN and Why Do I Need One?
Jul 28
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Author Interview with Nina Hanefeld
Jul 24
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Why I Love My Morning Pages
Jul 21
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What Is a Beta Reader and How Do I Find One?
Jul 17
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How to Face Rejection and Know Your Limits
Jul 14
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Reading Your Novel for the Very First Time
Jul 10
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How to Source Publisher-Quality Book Cover Design as a Self-Published Author
Jul 7
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4 Simple Productivity Hacks for Creative Writers
Jul 3
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4 Writing Playlists to Inspire You, No Matter the Season
Jun 30
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Getting the Science Right in Your Fiction
Jun 26
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Between Pen and Sword: The Secret to Writing Great Fight Scenes
Jun 23
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An Insider’s Guide to Getting a Non-Fiction Book Deal
Jun 19
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How To Write Compelling Character Arcs
Jun 15
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A Deep Dive Into the Three Main Routes to Publishing
Jun 12
Editing
How To Story Edit Like A Pro
Jun 5
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Show, Don’t Tell: The Not-So-Secret Weapon of All Great Writers
Jun 2
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10 Creative Writing Prompts to Ignite Your Imagination
May 29
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A Plot Structure for Writing Terrifying Horror Fiction
May 26
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The 3 Best Online Publishing Platforms for Serialised Fiction
May 22
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The Worldbuilding Workout: Tips for Sculpting Your Universe
May 19
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From Ordinary to Extraordinary: How To Write The Hero’s Journey
May 15
Books
How to Read More: A Busy Mum’s Perspective
May 12
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4 Fundamental Tools for Beating Writer’s Block
May 8
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5 Crutch Words to Eliminate From Your Writing
May 5
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Lessons Learned: My Experience With Publishing Scams
May 1
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Epic Scene-Specific Writing Playlists for Chases, Love, Murder…
Apr 28
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Don’t Delete Your Words. Your Words Have Value.
Apr 24
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AI and You: Emerging Technology and What It Means for Writers
Apr 21
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How to Create a Compelling Character in Minutes
Apr 17
Publishing
The Pros and Cons of the Top 5 Self-Publishing Platforms
Apr 14
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Genre Talk: Exploring the World of Steampunk
Apr 10
Publishing
What Is a Galley Proof, and Why Do You Need One?
Apr 7
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Four Strategies For Writing Convincing Dialogue
Apr 3
Writing
How to Learn From Criticism and Rejection
Mar 31
Publishing
5 Tips For Writing a Book Blurb That Will Hook Potential Readers
Mar 27
Publishing
How To Make Money as a Writer
Mar 24
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Five Amazing 10-Minute Writing Exercises
Mar 20
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Writing About Love in a Way That Rings True
Mar 17
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5 Unusual Places to Find Writing Prompts
Mar 13
Publishing
7 Expert Tips for Designing Your Own Book Cover
Mar 10
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6 Ways to Get Motivated to Write
Mar 6
Publishing
5 Brilliant Non-Traditional Ways To Publish A Book
Feb 27
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6 Books That Break the Mould and Use Experimental Storytelling Techniques
Feb 24
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Why It’s OK To Use Repetition in Your Writing
Feb 20
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Writer’s Critique Groups and How to Form Them
Feb 13
Publishing
A Beginner’s Guide to Navigating Twitter Pitch Events
Feb 10
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“Should I Carry On Writing?” and Other Writers’ Angst
Feb 6
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How to Write Subtext for Depth and Complexity
Feb 3
Editing
Revising your Novel: Playing in the Sandbox
Jan 30
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9 Ways To Write Your Opening Line – Is It Really Important?
Jan 23
Writing
8 Must-Listen Podcasts for Writers
Jan 20
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Writing Business Books: Creating Compelling Non-Fiction
Jan 6
Books
From Romance to Sci-Fi: Our Writers’ Most Loved Books of 2022
Jan 2
Writing
Get Creative with Playlists to Inspire Your Writing
Dec 30
Books,
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The Road to Hell is Paved with Adverbs
Dec 9
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Tips for Writing Effective Non-Fiction: Personal Development Books
Dec 5
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Author Spotlight with Alice Aagaard
Nov 25
Writing
If NaNoWriMo Was a Fitness Challenge
Nov 21
Writing
Using Conflict to Move Your Story Forward
Nov 14
Writing
Author Spotlight With Heidi Stephens
Nov 4
Books
6 Zombie Books That Every Reader Can Enjoy
Oct 28
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Building a Writing Habit with NaNoWriMo
Oct 10
Writing
Turn Off the TV, Write a Novel
Oct 3
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I Wrote a Novel in 24 Hours and This Is What I Learned
Jul 1
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Author Spotlight with Dana Wilkerson
May 30
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Author Spotlight with Shameka Erby
Apr 25
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6 New Releases by Black Authors to Read in 2022
Feb 11
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Author Showcase with Naley Gonzalez
Jan 31
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The Best Plotting Tools for Writers and Novels
Jan 14
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From the Notebook of Dante Papier
Jan 10
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Author Spotlight with Joseph D. Slater
Dec 27
Books
The Enduring Popularity of “A Christmas Carol”
Dec 24
Writing
10 Perfect Christmas Gifts for Writers
Dec 3
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Author Interview with Daniel Verastiqui
Nov 29
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Dante Papier: An Announcement
Nov 19
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How to Use Twitter as a Writer: An Introduction
Nov 15
Writing
Writer’s Routines: Writing Any Time
Nov 8
Writing
Writers Routines: Writing in the Morning
Nov 5
Writing
Writer’s Routines: Writing in the Evening
Nov 1
Writing
Writer’s Routines: Writing in the Afternoon
Oct 22
Books
Halloween Reads for Children (That Aren’t Scary)
Oct 18
Books
5 Halloween Reads That Aren’t Horror
Oct 16
Writing
How to Use Pinterest As A Writer: An Introduction
Oct 11
Book Promotion,
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How to use Instagram as a Writer: An Introduction
Sep 20
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Writer’s Block Diary: Trying to find the Right Hole
Aug 20
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Writer’s Routines: Writing in the Small Hours
Aug 3
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Writer’s Block Diary: Algorithm ‘n’ Blues
Jul 28
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Writer’s Block Diary: Wealth and Hellbeing
Jul 15
Writing
Every Tom, Dick and Harry walk into a bar
Jul 7
Writing
Dante Papier: Treat others as you wish to be treated
Jun 22
Writing
Writer’s Routines: Writing at Night
Jun 15
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The Diary of Dante Papier
Jun 14
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Dante Papier: Notes from a difficult time
May 10
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Dante Papier: Musings on Truth
Mar 26
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If You Cut Me, I Bleed Ink
Mar 9
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A New Series: Introducing Dante Papier
Mar 2
Books
Novlr’s Favorite Books
Feb 23
Books
Black History Month: Books by Black Authors
Feb 9
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Is there a process for writing a novel?
Jan 28
Writing
What 335,000,000 Words Have Taught Us About NaNoWriMo
Oct 26
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Gearing up for National Novel Writing Month
Sep 23
