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9 Ways to Know You Have Enough Detail in Your Writing
Detail can make or break a piece of writing. It allows people to get a clear picture and can trigger all kinds of emotional and mental responses. At some point, though, you simply don’t need...
6 Easy Ways to Get Better at Writing
I want to get better at writing. Most other writers I know have that goal, too. They feel obligated to improve because there’s a better chance they’ll make more money. They also want to show...
5 Things Writers Should Never Say
Image via Canva Writers are supposed to be great with words. But there are a few phrases I sometimes hear from those in the profession that, in total honesty, drive me up the wall. These...
Writer’s Block Doesn’t Exist. Here’s Why
You know how it goes. You sit down at your laptop or with a notebook, ready to write. Only you don’t. The page stays blank. Nothing happens. For most of my writing career, I’ve called...
5 Truths No One Tells Writers (But Totally Should)
If you’re taking writing seriously, then you probably already are familiar with some of the most common truths of the trade, such as the fact lots of great manuscripts end up in the slush pile....
J.K. Rowling and Stephen King Have A Feud. Here’s What It Teaches Us as Writers
Business photo created by rawpixel.com – www.freepik.com A while back, J.K. Rowling made waves (again) for her stance on transgender people. This time, she was responding to a tweet by Stephen King, who expressed his...
The SAC Format for Writing Powerful Concluding Paragraphs
Food photo created by freepik – www.freepik.com In my previous post, I covered how to nail introductory paragraphs, particularly for articles. Today, let’s cover how to wrap it all up with fantastic concluding paragraphs. The...
How to Write a Solid Article Introduction Using AMAP
Web and magazine articles are some of the most consumed content in the modern age. But what happens if your article introduction stinks? Because of the sheer quantity of pieces out there, if your article...
Scripts in Writing Are Dangerous. Here’s Why
Lately, I’ve been listening to a ton of podcasts. Although they cover a host of different topics, they almost all start the same way if there’s a guest: “Thanks for being on the show.” “Thanks...
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