We wrote about why that works — and when it doesn't.
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The linguistic structure of the limerick provides a fascinating study in phonology and rhythmic timing.
How Do Limericks Work? The Secret to Their Rhythm and Rhyme. It provides a detailed overview of the mathematical precision required in verse, offering much-needed clarity on how structured communication helps us navigate a world of information and avoid deceptive patterns.
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https://www.wordlelimericks.com/how-do-limericks-work/
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Back to Basics: Why We’re Starting Over (And You Should Too)
Returning to writing fundamentals is one of the most effective strategies for writers at any level who want to strengthen their craft. This article explores why revisiting the basics of writing — sentence structure, clarity, and foundational storytelling principles — often produces better results than chasing advanced techniques. Through honest reflection on professional writing experience, it examines how ingrained habits can quietly hollow out your work, and why the writers who consistently produce compelling content are often those willing to start over and rebuild from the ground up. Whether you are a seasoned professional or an emerging writer, understanding writing fundamentals for better writing offers a practical and lasting path to improvement.https://dreamspacestudio.net/back-to-basics-why-were-starting-over-and-you-should-too/
Writers, would you like an energy & community boost this June? Check out what's on offer at the (fully online, Fri/Sat) Wholehearted Writers June Mini-Retreat https://wholeheartedwriters.beehiiv.com/p/june-mini-retreat-programming
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In my blog this month, I talk about how I sometimes need a little bump to keep my writing fresh...clickety click to read more...
https://www.jacquigreaves-author.com/blog/sometimes-i-just-need-a-little-bump?fbclid=IwY2xjawRk_F9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeChxmhJZ1YV541zFWlwQNNhkwzztsjPncOGvXkq8A0hjjphTc6SkbkDHfWTU_aem_hw0I9MUmuGL44J_aotrX_Q
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How to Write Authentic Emotion
In the real world, no two people are alike, which means each of us expresses emotion in our own way. Some people find it natural to share what they feel with those around them, while others find the idea of revealing what they feel horrifying and will avoid situations that could lead to such vulnerability....
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https://writershelpingwriters.net/2026/04/write-authentic-emotion/
When the Career Becomes a Character— Why do some fictional careers feel real while others fade into the background? A look at how deeply integrating a character’s job can transform a story from surface-level to immersive.
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Creating Microtension Through Setting Description
Author, copyeditor, and writing coach C. S. Lakin shares ways to create microtension through setting descriptions. You’re probably wondering what microtension is, and what it has to do with fiction writing. Oddly, very little has been written on the topic, yet it’s an essential element that supercharges our writing. No, it’s not the tension created...
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https://writershelpingwriters.net/2026/04/creating-microtension-through-setting/