5 Ways to Be a More Productive Writer
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It’s Tuesday.
Do you know what that means? Continue reading “5 Ways to Be a More Productive Writer”
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The Writer’s 2016 Guide to Better Writing
You know they think we’re crazy, right? Continue reading “The Writer’s 2016 Guide to Better Writing”
Fiction Writing Rule #3: Create Dimensional Characters
A story isn’t a story without characters. Much like reality, it doesn’t matter how small a person appears because their actions and personality can cause an explosion.
Throughout literature there are stunning examples of deep, multifaceted characters, without which stories would be drab and boring. Take, for example, characters like Sherlock Homes and John Watson whose depth rival that of some real life individuals.
In continuation of our Fiction Writing Series, our next topic of discussion is how to create dimensional characters. Continue reading “Fiction Writing Rule #3: Create Dimensional Characters”
The Guide to Clear and Concise Writing
As National Novel Writing Month ends, the beginning of the holiday season strikes. The time of the year has come where you embark on reading stories about obnoxious gingerbread men, elves that watch naughty children, talking turkeys, and an incessant use of the word ‘Tis.’
You find yourself watching terribly scripted made for TV holiday movies and ridiculous commercials that make you want to poke your eyeballs out. Now, imagine having to read this stuff year round.
It’s a safe bet you would never again read or watch TV, and the survival of your eyeballs would be debatable.
As you feast your eyes on your NaNoWriMo work, or set your sights on your next writing project, it’s important to focus on the importance of clear and concise writing. Let’s take a minute and review some important tips that will help you prepare a fresh and crisp piece of writing for your readers. Continue reading “The Guide to Clear and Concise Writing”
A Guide to Split Infinitives
Whether you are writing a novel or a simple short story, the infancy stages of your piece will not be perfect. It is also a safe bet that one of the biggest grammatical headaches, the split infinitive, has been a thorn in your side. Don’t worry, you are not the only writer to enter split infinitive hell! Continue reading “A Guide to Split Infinitives”
Why Be a Copywriter?
Copywriting is one of the fastest growing online industries. Filling the shoes of a copywriter comes with an amount of freedom that cannot be found elsewhere. The vast majority of copywriters are freelance; they work from the comfort of home, manage their own time, and have the freedom to ghostwrite and produce their own by-line. For the talented and smart writing professional, there has never been a better time to be a copywriter. Continue reading “Why Be a Copywriter?”
Using LinkedIn as a Content Marketing Asset
As you look for ways to market yourself and your skills, you’ll find a great many social media options. Have you ever considered LinkedIn as a doorway to a large, untapped target audience? If not, you need to keep reading. Continue reading “Using LinkedIn as a Content Marketing Asset”
Author vs. Writer
Authors and writers are one and the same, are they not? After all, your favorite author is the genius writer of your favorite novel, right? You may be surprised to learn that some professionals dislike being labeled a writer because they are, in fact, the author of a literary work. Confused? Let us help. Continue reading “Author vs. Writer”
Fiction Writing: Jumpstarting Your Creativity
Fiction writing is hard work. Depending on your approach, it can be harder than non-fiction in numerous respects. It takes effort, planning, and dedication. It requires a thick skin. But most of all, it demands creativity and passion. Yet, even the most creative and passionate amongst us can run into troubles from writer’s block to the stall of procrastination. So, just how can we humble authors jumpstart our creativity? Continue reading “Fiction Writing: Jumpstarting Your Creativity”
How to Tell a Great Story
Storytelling is one of the most important elements of writing. It doesn’t matter if you’re an independent author writing fiction, a copywriter creating content for a business or a student writing a paper for school. Knowing how to tell a great story can make the difference between capturing and losing your audience. Continue reading “How to Tell a Great Story”
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