FICTION EDITING ESSENTIALS – Free Webinar

Fiction Editing Essentials - The Full Editing Journey Crafting a captivating novel is only half the battle.…

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A Practical Guide to How to Write a Doctoral Dissertation

A doctoral dissertation is an in-depth piece of academic writing that is grounded in original research and that is…

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What is a Cliché? Banishing Overused Phrases and Tropes from Your Fiction

Most writers know they should ideally avoid using cliché in their writing, but what is a cliché in the first…

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How to Write Dialogue that Captivates Your Readers

Dialogue is a great chance to break free from the grammatical and other conventions of narrative writing. It’s…

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How to Write a Short Story That Thrills

A short story is a joy to craft. Not only do you not have the challenge of a long novel, but you can be creative…

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Before the First Draft: Essential Prewriting Steps for Authors

When I was younger, my writing process went a bit like this: I came up with new ideas chapter by chapter, I had…

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Exploring Character Vs. Technology in Fiction

Ever since Karel Capek wrote the play R.U.R. in 1920 and coined the term “Robot”, the character vs. technology…

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Beyond the Thunder: A Guide to Storm Symbolism in Literature

“It was a dark and stormy night…” Yep, something’s about to go wrong. As soon as your eyes land on…

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Memoir vs. Autobiography: Which One Is Right For You?

You’ve decided to write about your life. You’ve probably already picked your reasons and main areas of…

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Mastering Plot and Pacing in Young Adult Science Fiction

  When writing Young Adult Science Fiction, you need a compelling plot that involves a protagonist’s…

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Crossing the Threshold: Embracing Your Hero’s Journey

The hero, or heroine, of the story is key to its success. The quest or journey they are on propels the plot…

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Mastering Stream of Consciousness in Fiction

Stream of Consciousness might sound more like a reference to psychology, and it is, but it’s also a narrative…

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How to use repetition as a literary device

The repeated use of sounds, words, syllables, clauses and phrases, and ideas can be a really effective literary…

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Unveiling Differences: Memoir vs. Autobiography Explained

The words “memoir” and “autobiography” sound like pretty much the same thing, right? After all, both…

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How to Craft Captivating Characters with Character Profiles

A captivating protagonist is essentially the most important part of your novel. How so? Well, look at it this…

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More Than Just a Grade: The Unexpected Benefits of Your Thesis Defense

Ah, the dreaded thesis defense. At many universities, a graduate degree is granted to students who have…

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Frequently Asked Questions About Research Protocol Format

  Are you struggling to wrap your head around the concept of a research protocol and its format? Don’t…

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6 Elements of Flash Fiction & Writing Tips and Examples

Flash fiction, a genre that’s becoming increasingly popular among writers, is a wonderful way to express a…

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Understanding the Essence of Research Protocols

When you’re planning to conduct scientific or clinical research, you may need to create a research…

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Literary Techniques: 10 Common Literary Devices You Should Know

What I find most beautiful about high-quality writing is that great authors don’t necessarily need to say it as…

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Character vs Society Conflict: definition and examples

A character vs society conflict sounds a bit of a mouthful, but it’s not really. It’s basically when one or…

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Indirect Characterization: Definition and How to Best Use It in Your Writing

There’s one rule most writers try to follow: show, don’t tell. For example, instead of telling your reader…

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The Importance of a Certificate of Editing in Academic Writing

Writing an academic text, be it a research paper, a thesis, or an article, is a highly elaborate process. Not…

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

Writing a book may seem easy. You have an idea, and you write it down. Simple, right? Wrong. Writing is more than…

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