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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…
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…
Why You Should Avoid Melodrama in Your Writing
New writers often conclude that to write a strongly emoted scene one must amp up all the reactions, the dialogue, and the moment must…
How to Describe Physical Appearance and Make Your Characters Stand Out
Describing the characters in your novel can be one of the most fun aspects of writing. And you can play with it as much…
Is Your Novel Romance or Women’s Fiction
There’s some confusion about what exactly categorizes a novel as romance. The idea seems to be that if your novel includes a love story…
What is Proofreading and How is it Different from Copyediting
For some new writers, the world of editing can seem a bit confusing. When first starting to research editing for your novel, you may…
How Can a Manuscript Critique or Developmental Edit Help You With Your Romance Novel
Writing a romance novel is far from easy, contrary to popular belief. There are so many factors to keep in mind: character arcs, tropes,…
What is Subtext and Why is it Important to Your Story?
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…
What’s the Difference Between a Beta Read and a Manuscript Critique
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…
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