We’ve all been there: staring at a blank page, fingers hovering over the keyboard, waiting for inspiration that just won’t come. Writer’s block is the bane of every writer’s existence, especially when crafting fiction. But, you can overcome this common hurdle and get back to telling your story. Here are our top 10 tips to […]
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If you’ve ever found yourself stuck while trying to write dialogue, you’re not alone. Creating realistic, engaging conversations between your characters can be one of the trickiest parts of fiction writing. But fear not! With a few tips and some practice, you can master the art of writing dialogue that sounds natural and moves your
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Welcome to the thrilling ride that is writing your book! That first chapter? It’s where the magic happens. But let’s be real: it can also be where writers stumble, second-guess themselves, and hit the proverbial wall. Don't let that scare you away from the start line though. We’re about to take a deep dive into
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When you walk into a bookstore or browse an online library, what catches your eye first? Often, it’s the title of a book. A title is more than just a label; it’s the first handshake between the author and the reader, the first invitation to step into a new world. In the journey of publishing,
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Let’s be honest, sharing your personal journey isn’t just about getting words down on a page. It’s like letting someone into your private world— spilling the good, the bad, and the ugly. How do you weave your life experiences and spiritual journey into a story that not only inspires but also uplifts and strengthens others’
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One of the most crucial elements to selling a book is also probably the most difficult element for authors to create: the book description. Your book description is your first impression, your chance to hook readers and secure a purchase. A great book description will get people interested, and it’s also your opportunity to get
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If you don't write when you don't have time for it, you won't write when you do have time for it. —Katerina Stoykova Klemer How do you write a book when you don't have time? Most books aren't written in a weekend. No, this work requires the will to plug away at it every day, even
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By: Jonathan Hayashi Until recently, I never thought I would write a book. In fact, I almost did not write Ordinary Radicals because I was afraid people would assume I was simply trying to build a platform for my own popularity. The seeds of inspiration for writing were planted while I was a doctoral student at
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If you’re a writer—of books, essays, scripts, blog posts, whatever—you’re familiar with the phenomenon: the blank screen, a looming deadline, and a sinking feeling in your gut that pairs poorly with the jug of coffee you drank earlier. If you know that rumble all too well: this post is for you. Maybe it’ll help you
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The worst mistake that you can make when writing for young adults is to oversimplify the material. Although young adults are complex human beings with intelligent minds, blog writers and pop psychologists will often try to boil an entire demographic down to a singularity, causing writers to err into a realm of unauthentic and oversimplified
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