7 Things Writers Should Know About Theme

• Never be afraid to write what you believe. If the message speaks the truth, others will fear you. When you’re afraid how others will react to your writing, you’ve allowed them to define you. Shou…

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Your Story isn’t Its Plot or Structure

When discussing fiction, sometimes the terms “story” and “structure” are used interchangeably with “plot.” But a story is not a plot or the story’ structure. While this misuse of terminology m…

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7 Tips To Ensure You Show Not Tell When Writing

If your writing feels vanilla, the likely problem with your novel or short story is that it shows rather then tells. Just what does that mean exactly, and how can you fix it? Here are seven great t…

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Every word I write is another stroke that takes me to the shore of a completed book

Any journey you set out on requires time and at least some hard work. No matter how difficult such travels may be, though, the destination is always reachable. Wrong turns may be made along th…

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When Exposition is Necessary in a Story

Of course, sometimes exposition is necessary for expediency’s sake. But it should appear sparingly. A quick sentence noting some historical event or a common trait of an alien species is fine.…

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When Exposition is Necessary in a Story

Of course, sometimes exposition is necessary for expediency’s sake. But it should appear sparingly. A quick sentence noting some historical event or a common trait of an alien species is fine.…

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Writing Inspiration: Seek Another’s Advice

Have another person read a manuscript that you have been working on for some time. Use their advice to revise the piece. ______________ My name is Rob Bignell. I’m an affordable, professi…

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Short stories vs. novellas vs. novels

You’re at a coffee shop or a party or a writer’s workshop, and someone asks you what you are writing – a short story or a novel? You pause for a moment, wondering if what you’re really writing…

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Plotting a Story: 10 Tips for Success

• Avoid writing schizophrenic story • List rules to maintain internal consistency • Consider employing a deceiver in your plot • Use subplot to give story more de…

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When Exposition is Necessary in a Story

Of course, sometimes exposition is necessary for expediency’s sake. But it should appear sparingly. A quick sentence noting some historical event or a common trait of an alien species is fine.…

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