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How to Write Dialogue: 6 Tips for More Believable & Compelling Conversations

November 1, 2020 |

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There are essential dialogue writing rules to follow if one expects to write a good story. Dialogue is what keeps

15 Marketplaces to Publish Your Poetry

September 6, 2016 |

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Since there are hundreds of publications in the US and abroad that publish poetry, finding the perfect fit for your

The Writing Style of Stephen King

July 21, 2016 |

Freelance Writing

Stephen King's legacy as a bestselling horror/psychological fiction writer is attributed to his writing style. Because readers can identify with

The Writing Style of William Shakespeare

July 21, 2016 |

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Some of the most famous lines in the history of literature come from the writings of William Shakespeare. Shakespeare wrote

Writing Sleuths – Pet Detectives

July 21, 2016 |

Freelance Writing

This article defines the role of a pet detective, their skill set and tools, and techniques writers can apply to

Writing Sleuths – Five Tips For Developing Bodyguard Characters

July 21, 2016 |

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The fearless, protective bodyguard who is willing to put his/her life on the line to protect a client has long

Writing to Convey Drama and Place – Techniques to Keep Readers Reading

July 21, 2016 |

Freelance Writing

You often hope to convey some drama or sense of place in your writing. What if you were able to

6 Steps to Get You Started Writing Your Memoirs

July 21, 2016 |

Freelance Writing

Everyone has a story or two to tell. As time passes, these precious personal and family memories can be lost.

The Writing Style of Agatha Christie

July 21, 2016 |

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The works of Dame Agatha Christie are still a part of popular culture. In a writing career lasting more than

Write a Story Starting With I Always Thought That I Would

July 21, 2016 |

Freelance Writing

Learn how to start a story with 'I Always Thought That I Would.' This prompt can be very useful to

Creative Writers : Can You Write Good Transition Sentences?

July 21, 2016 |

Freelance Writing

Creative writers often have a problem transitioning from one paragraph to the other. After reading this article, you will fully

Writing a Children’s Book – 11 Things You Need to Know

July 21, 2016 |

Freelance Writing

If you are serious about becoming a children's author, then you need to get into it as if you were