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5 Elements of a Short Story & 6 Stages of a Plot

  • calenderApr 20, 2023
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The five elements of short stories make them the best starting point for novice writers. They’re short and fairly simple, so the writer gets a chance to focus on the plot, character, and theme.

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How to Write a Book: A Step-by-Step Guide

  • calenderMar 16, 2023
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Writing a book is a challenging task that demands significant time, resources, and consistent effort. To simplify the process for you, we have created a list of 10 steps to guide you in this journey.

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What Is Point of View: 1st, 2nd & 3rd POV with Examples

  • calenderFeb 01, 2023
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A point of view or perspective is one of the most important aspects of writing. Let us delve deeper into the world of points of view, the different types, and how to use them.

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The Essential Guide to Worldbuilding [from Book Editors]

  • calenderDec 12, 2022
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Have you ever wondered how science fiction and fantasy writers create such iconic, nuanced, and detailed universes? It’s time to master worldbuilding and start creating unforgettable worlds.

Present Tense Narratives in Novels

On Being Tense about Tense: Present Tense Narratives in Novels

  • calenderNov 28, 2022
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In our last article about verb tense in stories, we wrote about the things you need to consider while writing a past tense narrative. In this one, we will tell you about how to construct a present tense narrative. 

How to Punctuate Dialogue in Fiction

  • calenderNov 19, 2022
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Dialogue writing isn’t always the easiest. Read on to know how we answer the age old question: how do we punctuate dialogue in fiction writing? 

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How To Create A Stellar Plot Outline

  • calenderNov 18, 2022
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However, no matter how well thought and organized the story is in your head – the outline you plot out on paper is infinitely harder to pen.

On Being Tense About Tense: What Verb Tense To Write Your Novel In

  • calenderNov 12, 2022
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What verb tense should you write your novel in? Each perspective has its pros and cons, which we will be examining in this article. Click to read more.

How to Write Unforgettable Antagonists

  • calenderNov 01, 2022
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The most important thing to remember when writing antagonists is that they don’t always have to be black and white. You must keep the readers guessing!

How to Copyright Your Book?

If you’ve thought about copyrighting your book, you’re on the right path.

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