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Tips for Writing Magical Realism

Magical realism can be as intriguing to write as it is to read. If you’re interested in learning more about writing in this genre, here are some tips that’ll help you get started!

How to Write a Memorable Meet Cute

Learn all about how to craft a meet cute that your readers won’t soon forget!

What is Proofreading and When Do You Need It?

Read on to learn all about this very crucial last stage of the editing process!

What is a Copyedit and When Do You Need One?

Learn what a professional copyedit is, what a copyeditor looks at when copyediting your manuscript and what you can expect from this service!

What is a Line Edit and When Do You Need One?

Learn about the different stages of editing, where line editing comes in, and what it entails!

What is a Manuscript Critique and When Do You Need One

In this weekly series, I break down the different types of editing, the order these editing stages should follow, and when you can consider your manuscript ready for each stage. This week I talk about Manuscript Critiques. Read on to learn all about this editing service!

What is a Developmental Edit and When Do You Need One

Read along to learn all about developmental editing, when and why you need it and what elements of your story it addresses.

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Tips for Writing in Third-Person Omniscient Point of View

Most writers are familiar with third-person POV and first-person POV. But what is third-person omniscient? Check out this post to better understand what third-person omniscient is and how to best execute this powerful POV!

How to Effectively Write and Convey Emotion in Your Story

Writing emotion can be tricky. Some writers may be under the impression that the way to do this is by amplifying the drama in a scene, by inserting long monologues, or showing the characters having intense physical reactions. This isn’t always the best way to handle a character’s emotions as it can cross into melodrama. Read on to find out how to effectively write and convey emotion in your story.

What is Psychic Distance and How Can Writers Use It In Their Novels

You may already be familiar with the concept of first-person, second-person, and third-person point of view. But did you know that within each point of view, there are ways to get closer or further away from your characters? This is what we call psychic distance. Psychic distance refers to the degree of emotional closeness between…
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