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How do you write a good metaphor?
“I struggle with writing metaphors. I can come up with similes easily, but metaphors? Not so...
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How do you start writing after you’ve developed a plot?
“I have the story of the novel, I have the ideas, I have the plot, but… just how do I...
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How do you describe indoor spaces?
“I struggle with describing interior scenes in my writing. I can visualize the spaces...
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How can I improve my writer’s voice?
“How can I improve my voice, the way I tell and show things in my writing? Is there a good...
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What can I do when I get stuck on a scene?
“I’m stuck on a scene. I know what needs to happen, but every time I try to write it, it stalls....
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How do you know if your story idea is big enough for a novel?
“Hiya. How do you know if an idea is big enough to span a whole novel? I often fall short...
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How do you come up with good character names?
“I’ve been struggling with naming my characters for weeks now. I keep second-guessing...
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Are there any books on writing you can recommend?
“People always talk about different writing books but I’m not sure which ones would be...
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How do I write an interesting prophecy?
“I’m writing a fantasy series that includes a prophecy that all the characters are following...
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How do you stop yourself getting stuck at the planning stage?
“What are the most basic steps needed to get to the point where you can start writing?...
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How do I effectively write foreshadowing?
“How do I write foreshadowing in a way that won’t be noticed until you reread the...
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How do you start a prologue or first chapter?
“How do you write a prologue or first chapter? I want to start strong but don’t know...
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