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4 ways to Avoid Screenplayizing Your Novel

Here’s how to avoid screenplayizing your novel: 1) Don’t construct a scene around dialogue Two people simply talking is not... Read more »

Comment | March 25, 2015, 5:26 pm

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Overcoming Writer’s Block

From Unbound: We call it ‘writer’s block’, but it affects everybody. One minute, the creativity is pouring out of you... Read more »

Comment | March 14, 2015, 10:01 am

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March Challenge of the Month – AMAZING PRIZES!!

Draw with Jazza with the help of Netflix offers an amazing illustration challenge.

Comment | March 11, 2015, 6:14 am

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Where is My Story Coming From?

From Writing Excuses: This month’s syllabus topic is story structure, and we’ll be starting with the part we start with.... Read more »

Comment | March 2, 2015, 9:32 am

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Finding the Inspiration to Write

This video is about Finding the Inspiration to Write

Comment | March 1, 2015, 5:50 am

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Competitions for Writers: February and March 2015

Homestart Bridgwater Short Story Prize is being run in aid of an independent registered charity offering support to families facing difficulties... Read more »

Comment | February 25, 2015, 5:53 am

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Literary Lunch. . . The Day The Crayons Quit

To celebrate the Crayon’s interview (or non-interview as the case may be), Nina from Mamabelly prepared these delicious edible crayon... Read more »

Comment | February 23, 2015, 1:55 pm

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This is the Most Important Goal (ever) for Writers!

From Positive Writer: I have a specific goal this year. It’s the most important goal I have ever set for myself... Read more »

Comment | February 22, 2015, 5:58 am

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Writing Contest: How Writing Has Positively Influenced My Life

From Positive Writer. It’s easy to enter. All you have to do is write an essay (blog post) about how... Read more »

Comment | February 11, 2015, 11:05 am

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How to Tell A Story | Steve Cole | Award-Winning Author

Award-winning YA and children’s author, Steve Cole, talks about how to tell a story and the publishing process.

Comment | February 8, 2015, 7:12 am

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DOH! Get the Fluff Out of Your Dialogue

From Linda Clare: Homer Simpson’s famous “Doh!” makes us laugh. Yet when novel writers try to write “natural-sounding” dialogue, they... Read more »

Comment | February 7, 2015, 5:45 pm

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Writing Excuses 10.5: What Do You Mean My Main Character is Boring?

From Writing Excuses: The main character is often the least interesting person in the story. And of course, in the... Read more »

Comment | February 6, 2015, 6:39 pm

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Get a Library Card: Hannah Kent’s Rules for Writing

Hannah shares her rules for writing: Rule #1 This is perhaps the simplest, most worthwhile piece of advice I can... Read more »

Comment | February 5, 2015, 1:00 pm

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Pat Miller Reaches her Dream of Being an Author

100-plus rejections didn’t stop Pat Zietlow Miller from fearlessly pursuing her dream to become an author.

Comment | February 3, 2015, 5:45 pm

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The New Self Publishing Paradigm – Mira Reisberg

While self-publishing is not for everyone, with new technologies and resources it is a wonderful option for those who are... Read more »

Comment | February 3, 2015, 2:23 pm

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A Writer’s Time in The New Year

Time is the quintessential challenge every writer faces at some point in his or her life. For those of us... Read more »

Comment | January 31, 2015, 11:45 am

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Joan Didion on Writing and Revising (Podcast)

Joan Didion shares her tips for writing fiction. Before I start to write, the night before—I mean, when I finish... Read more »

Comment | January 30, 2015, 5:10 pm

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How to Write a Story (for Children)

Tips for young writers on what elements are needed in a story: structure, setting, characters, plot and more. This video is... Read more »

Comment | January 27, 2015, 10:52 am

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Talents and Skills Thesaurus Entry: Lipreading

Becca Puglisi shares tips on character traits and how to make your character stand out from the crowd. As writers,... Read more »

Comment | January 27, 2015, 7:50 am

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A Dyslexic Author’s Writing Tips for Dyslexic Kids

Tom McLaughlin, who has always had a weird relationship with words, offers his supportive and beautiful writing tips to dyslexic... Read more »

Comment | January 26, 2015, 5:37 am