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How Writers Can Use Positive Affirmations to Help Them Find The Motivation They Need

July 23, 2024

Writers need a lot of constant encouragement when they’re working on a novel. This isn’t anything to be ashamed about. There’s nothing wrong with needing a bit of a pep talk from a friend, fellow writers, loved ones, or even from ourselves. One thing that’s sure to help us get back on track when we’re feeling low about our writing journey are positive affirmations. Especially when we place these somewhere where we can see them all the time. Read on to learn more about the magic of using affirmations and even find a few graphics with affirmations to help you get started!

What is Proofreading and How is it Different from Copyediting

July 16, 2024

For some new writers, the world of editing can seem a bit confusing. When first starting to research editing for your novel, you may find that there are different service tiers and you may not be sure what it all means. But two of the most mixed up services are copyediting and proofreading, with some people often using the terms interchangeably. Read on to find out what the difference between these two is so that you can be prepared for when the time comes to send your manuscript to an editor!

How Can a Manuscript Critique or Developmental Edit Help You With Your Romance Novel

July 9, 2024

Writing a romance novel is far from easy, contrary to popular belief. There are so many factors to keep in mind: character arcs, tropes, expectations, etc. An editor can assist you with making sure that your story romance story is hitting the mark and that all its elements are working cohesively so that your vision is clear and also creating a poignant story that stays with readers for a long time.

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What is Deus Ex Machina and Why We Should Try to Avoid it In Our Writing

July 2, 2024

Deux Ex Machina is a plot device originating as far back as ancient Greece. While it’s still widely used today, it can end up being problematic. Having some awareness of what Deux Ex Machina is can help us decide how to better manage the climax and resolutions of our stories to ensure that we provide readers with an ending that’s both engaging and satisfactory.

What is Subtext and Why is it Important to Your Story?

June 25, 2024

Show, don’t tell is an important piece of advice when writing. But did you know that subtext is almost as important when trying to create rich stories that resonate on a soul level with readers? Read on to learn why subtext is an important and integral part of the craft of writing.

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What’s the Difference Between a Beta Read and a Manuscript Critique

June 18, 2024

Some authors believe that a beta read can take the place of professional editing, but this couldn’t be further from the truth. Find out how a beta read and a manuscript critique differ and why the former cannot replace the latter.

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White Room Syndrome: Building Setting and Description in Your Story

June 5, 2024

We all do it. I know I do. And once I explain what it is, you’ll probably realize you do it, too. It usually goes a little like this: Character A and Character B are having a heated discussion. The dialogue is sharp, piercing. Their expressions and physical language are poignant. The prose that holds…
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Sensitivity Reading

What is Sensitivity Reading and Why do You Need One?

May 3, 2021

Remember all those Friends episodes where Monica wore a fat suit and everyone made jokes about her weight? Remember the appalling treatment of transgender people in Ace Ventura Pet Detective? More recently, Dr. Seuss’s publisher has made the decision to stop production on six of his books due to racist imagery. In today’s world, this…
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What Kind of Editing do You Need?

March 27, 2021

There comes a time in every first-time writer’s life when they must start researching editors. It can so happen that they come upon such a surplus of information that they may not know where to begin and the process may become even more daunting to them. However, it doesn’t need to be daunting at all. In…
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