Writing Your Book/The Art and Practice of Writing Fiction

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Going Through Writer's Block? Several Suggestions That Can Get You Back On Course
If you write for a living, there are surely times when you experience writer's block or go through a simple burn-out. Learn the techniques to conquer these occasional slowdowns and be on your way to effective writing at any point in time.
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 Story Writing Elements - 16 Golden Rules
Does your story contain the proper elements? You need more than theme, plot, and dialogue. Check yourself against this list to see what elements may b...
Writing a Book-How to Twist the Ending
Do you want to write a book that holds the reader's attention? Then your stories must never be predictable. Write a twisted ending for your book and...
Five Habits to Avoid in Fiction Writing
Want to be a write a successful novel? In writing your book you must avoid these five bad writing habits.
Writing the First Chapter
You want to write a novel or novella, or even a short story. But how do you get started? Learn what elements should you include in the all important ...
Why Fiction Matters
Do you like to write fiction? Some folks think because a story isn't true, it has no value. Find out why they are wrong.

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I Can't Put It Down - How to Write Compelling Fiction
What successful writers know about how to write a compelling story. Learn their "secret" and write a book your reader can't put down.
Successful writers know that if your characters aren't real, no one will read your book. Getting your reader's interest hinges on "character" above a...
Do you know the secret successful modern writers know? When it comes to descriptions, less is more. Learn what works and what doesn't.
In the publishing and movie industry the terms theme and premise are bandied around liberally - and it's assumed that writers know the difference, eve...
Many professional fantasy writers will joke about 'the formula' for good fantasy because it does exist and good fantasy authors still use it - not b...
Are your characters real or cardboard? Learn how to create vivid and compelling characters.
 


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