Sep 30, 2024 | by Fija Callaghan
“I’ve often seen many publications and publishers often require a cover letter for submissions alongside the work itself. Do you have any advice on...
#book agents, #traditional publishing
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Sep 23, 2024 | by Lindsay Sfara
“How can I write an effective argument between characters? ” Few things get me excited reading a novel more than a well-written argument between...
#character development, #dialogue, #writing tips
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Sep 16, 2024 | by Kimberley Long-Ewing
“How do you write a harmonious and mentally healthy relationship between a couple in love in a long relationship?“ This is a great question. Existing...
#character development, #writing tips
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Sep 9, 2024 | by Lindsay Sfara
“I’ve been stumped trying to figure out how to write my MC realizing and overcoming his identity issues. My MC comes from a place where he had to...
#character development, #writing tips
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Sep 2, 2024 | by Lindsay Sfara
“Why do writers love to torture their own characters so much?“ One word: conflict. Conflict is the chef’s kiss in a story. The secret sauce to...
#character development, #plotting, #writing tips
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Aug 26, 2024 | by Fija Callaghan
“Do you have any tips on how to turn a writing prompt into a full-fledged (long) story? Where do you turn when you run low on creative fuel? Writing...
#writing inspiration, #writing prompts
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Aug 19, 2024 | by Fija Callaghan
“How do I strengthen my writing? I tend to fall back on bad habits because I can’t find good habits to replace them.“ It’s a tale as old as...
#character development, #reading, #writing tips
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Aug 13, 2024 | by Kimberley Long-Ewing
“How do you see the deep diving into researching thing when writing?“ Research is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, I like to pay attention to...
#research, #worldbuilding, #writing inspiration, #writing tips
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Aug 6, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
“Do any ungulates have any meaning? Like specific types of deer?“ Symbolism is one of the most important elements of any good writer’s toolbox. It...
#imagery, #symbolism, #writing tips
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Jul 30, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
“Do you have any tips for writing a slowburn romance?” For any writers who enjoy the act of writing romances, we know that feeling of wanting to...
#character development, #romance, #writing tips
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Jul 23, 2024 | by Kimberley Long-Ewing
“How do I respectfully write a character dealing with addiction (like drugs, cigarettes etc..)” Writing a character with an addiction is to write...
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Jul 16, 2024 | by Lindsay Sfara
“I’m working on a monster apocalypse story, but I’m struggling to make it unique. My focus is on the main character finding happiness and peace with...
#character development, #tropes, #writing tips
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Jul 9, 2024 | by S. K. Eleton
I’m writing a character who is a serial killer but not willingly if that makes sense. Like, she kills once she finds herself in a murder or be...
#character development, #writing tips
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Jul 2, 2024 | by Kimberley Long-Ewing
I’ve written a novel featuring real people, specifically public figures. I’ve only shared it with friends and haven’t published it anywhere. Could I...
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Jun 25, 2024 | by Lindsay Sfara
“Hi I’m interested in writing, but idk how and where to start. Any advice?” Starting your writing adventure can seem daunting, but it’s actually the...
#character development, #genre, #plotting, #writing tips
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Jun 18, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
“Tips on writing anthropomorphic animals? Been wanting to write a story/episodic novella based on my cat a la Sherlock Holmes meets Ghost Hunters....
#character development, #writing tips
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Jun 11, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
As a writer, who’s first language is not English, how can I expand my vocabulary so I wouldn’t be too repetitive? I grew up in a bilingual household...
#reading, #vocabulary, #writing tips
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Jun 4, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
Plants can serve as powerful symbols, metaphors, and plot devices, adding depth and richness to your stories, and are a great thing to include in...
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May 28, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
“Hello! Do you have any advice for indecisiveness when creating characters? I don’t have much trouble with creating conflict, but figuring out my...
#character development, #writing tips
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May 21, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
“How do I create laws/rules for my world-building?” Creating laws and rules is a crucial aspect of worldbuilding in any piece of fiction, but it’s...
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May 14, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
“What is a good way to introduce side characters into a story without being overly descriptive” Interesting characters are essential to telling a...
#character development, #writing tips
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May 7, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
“How would you go about creating an interesting middle of a story?” As a creative writer, you know that the beginning and end of your story are...
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