What is the difference between plagiarism and inspiration?
“My newest book idea is inspired from a graphic novel duology, especially the second one. However,...
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Using Conflict to Move Your Story Forward
Have you ever wondered why some stories grip you from start to finish while others leave you...
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How do you build and maintain tension?
“Anyone have any advice on how to build and maintain tension? I just read through an old story,...
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How do you respectfully portray alcoholism?
“This may seem like a weird question, but any tips for writing an alcoholic character?She’s...
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Don’t Delete Your Words. Your Words Have Value.
It’s so easy to delete your words. Don’t like what you’ve written? A blank slate is just the touch...
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Do I need to describe my character’s clothes?
“Weird question here: do I need to describe my character’s clothes? Obviously I need...
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A Beginner’s Guide to Writing Subtext
Subtext is a powerful tool in creative writing. It spans every genre, and we even use it in...
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How do you write and describe buildings?
“Your article on how to write and describe indoor spaces was pretty awesome. You found a few...
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9 Ways To Write Your Opening Line – Is It Really Important?
Let me be very clear about this: there is no famous first line of a not-famous novel. Opening...
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