Delete nulls from your novel, short story

Sometimes the only purpose of a story’s sentence is to say that nothing happened. Such sentences are called “nulls”. An example would be the sentence “He said nothing.” Fortunately, nulls are easy …

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3 Tips on Writing Your Story’s Climactic Scene

Click the title for a link to the full article: • Write your story’s penultimate scene  In every story, there comes a turning point or an ultimate moment in which the situation has become so …

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Looking for a literary agent? 🎯 Before you hit “send” on that query, make sure you know how to research, vet, and choose the right advocate for your career — not just your current book.

Read the full guide on finding (and choosing) a literary agent wisely. 📚✍️
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How to Find and Choose a Literary Agent: A Step-by-Step Guide for Authors - Explore Fantastical Worlds

Looking for a literary agent? Learn how to research, query, evaluate, and choose the right literary agent for your book with practical, industry-informed advice.

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Fix scene by employing black box analysis

One question a number of writers have when editing their novel or short story is if a scene succeeds or not. Sometimes they feel the scene lacks importance, yet they hesitate to cut or revise …

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7 Tips for Writing Dialogue in Fiction

For the full article, click the linked title: • Place ‘said’ after speaker’s name Does placing said before or after attribution – as in Thales said or said Thales – matter? The an…

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‘Fast forward’ to keep your story moving

Despite the mantra of “show don’t tell,” sometimes when telling a story, you’ll need to use exposition. A good example of this is when one character must catch up another on what has occurred. Thou…

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Before hiring an editor, ask for a sample edit. It shows you their style, depth of feedback, and whether they respect your voice. The right fit protects your investment—and strengthens your story.
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Sample Edits: Why They’re Essential for Finding the Right Creative Partner - Explore Fantastical Worlds

Learn why sample edits are essential when hiring an editor. Discover how sample edits help authors evaluate compatibility, editing style, and value before committing.

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Fix scene by employing black box analysis

One question a number of writers have when editing their novel or short story is if a scene succeeds or not. Sometimes they feel the scene lacks importance, yet they hesitate to cut or revise …

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The resulting images, while technically well-exposed, lack the dramatic interplay of light that gives forests their mysterious quality

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Walk through the challenges of descriptive alt-text with Allison Peacock on Feb. 17. Her webinar will offer pointers on crafting alt-text for complex images, using examples of dance photos, as well as an opportunity for troubleshooting with attendees. Sign up: https://webinars.editors.ca/upcoming_webinar/intermediate-alt-text-lessons-from-the-routledge-encyclopedia-of-modernist-dance/

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