Putting a Spin on Bad Writing Advice
Writers are finding that some old writing advice is just not resonating with them anymore. Read on to find out how we can put our own spin on it and create our guidelines with advice that works for us!
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!
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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What’s an Unreliable Narrator and How to Write One
Reading and writing about an unreliable narrator can be thrilling, but it can also be a bit tricky. Read on for some tips that are sure to help you make the most out of writing an unreliable narrator!
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 become BIGGER. But this isn’t true. All this does is create melodrama. More often than not, less is more. Read on to find out why should avoid melodrama in your writing and tips on how to achieve this.
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 it automatically falls under romance. However, this is incorrect and could cost writers a spot with their agent or publisher of choice, not to mention, reader expectations for the romance genre are high. Read on to learn what defines a novel as romance and what the differences are between that and women’s fiction.
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