Have you ever found yourself staring at a blank page, paralyzed by the thought of writing something less than perfect? That little voice inside, your inner critic, loves to whisper all the reasons why you shouldn’t even try. But here’s the truth every writer needs to hear: your first draft doesn’t need to be perfect. […]
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Crafting believable conversations is a skill every writer must master. Writing dialogue that feels authentic, moves the story forward, and resonates with readers can elevate your storytelling to the next level. In this post, we’ll explore ten essential tips to help you improve your dialogue-writing skills. 1. Listen to Real Conversations One of the best
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Writing your first draft is a thrilling yet daunting step in the creative process. It’s where your ideas take their first tentative steps from imagination to reality. For many writers, this stage feels like standing at the edge of a blank page, unsure of where to begin. The good news? You don’t have to start
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Jane Austen is often celebrated for her keen social insight, engaging plots, and sharp wit, but her brilliance as a writer extends beyond these surface qualities. For modern writers, Austen’s works offer a treasure trove of lessons on craft. Her novels, from Pride and Prejudice to Emma, transcend time, continuing to captivate readers and inspire
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I always kind of chuckle when someone asks me about my writing process because I usually swear up and down that I don’t have one. I pretend that I fly by the seat of my pants sometimes but other times I write lots of notes. I’ve even been known to make an outline — outlines
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Thomas Paine, a revolutionary thinker, and visionary writer, forever transformed American history with his influential pamphlet, “Common Sense.” This article delves into Paine’s remarkable writing style and explores how his 45-page pamphlet sparked both a literary revolution and ignited the spirit of independence within the American colonies. The Literary Power of Common Sense
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Are you ready to transform your writing dreams into reality and take the leap into the world of novel writing? Writing your first novel can be both exhilarating and intimidating, but it’s an immensely rewarding journey that allows you to give voice to your stories, thoughts, and imagination. As a writer, you’re not just crafting
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MONSTERS OF SAINT MARK’S SERIES JA Huss writing as KC Cross Publication date: December 6th 2022 Genres: Paranormal Monster Romance THE MONSTERS OF SAINT MARK’S is a fun paranormal monster romance series about a girl named Pie who accidentally stumbles into a monster’s 2000-year-old curse only to find she’s exactly where she’s supposed to
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The Savage Rage of Fallen Gods JA Huss writing as KC Cross (Savage Falls, #1) Publication date: August 8th 2023 Genres: Adult, Paranormal, Romance Love can ruin the best of men—even the God of Love himself. Love. When mutual, it’s Heaven on Earth. When one-sided, it can tear you apart. There is no greater
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High Priestess and Empress Susan Wands Publisher: SparkPress Genre: Historical Fantasy, Magical Realism On her return to London, artist and seer Pamela Colman Smith discovers that her nemesis, Aleister Crowley, has returned—and his sights are set on her. Despite Aleister’s efforts to stop Pamela from further developing her tarot deck and accessing its magic,
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