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Worlds Unbound: Exploring the Essential Elements of Fantasy Fiction
What makes fantasy so very bewitching? And which essential fantasy elements should you include in your writing if you want to craft a complex magical world? Let’s jump right in.
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6 Unconventional Ways to Write a Novel
The number of ways to write a novel is limitless. In fact, it can be argued that there are no wrong ways to write a
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The Art of Storytelling: Editing for Narrative Arc
When it all comes down to it, writers are artists, and storytelling is an artform. Writers use storytelling like a sculptor uses marble—they carve and shape a narrative arc into the story’s structure.
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FICTION EDITING ESSENTIALS – Free Webinar
Fiction Editing Essentials – The Full Editing Journey Crafting a captivating novel is only half the battle. This webinar empowers writers with the essential tools
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What is a Cliché? Banishing Overused Phrases and Tropes from Your Fiction
Most writers know they should ideally avoid using cliché in their writing, but what is a cliché in the first place? And how can you
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How to Write Dialogue that Captivates Your Readers
Dialogue is a great chance to break free from the grammatical and other conventions of narrative writing. It’s where your characters can show their quirks,
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How to Write a Short Story That Thrills
A short story is a joy to craft. Not only do you not have the challenge of a long novel, but you can be creative
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Exploring Character Vs. Technology in Fiction
Ever since Karel Capek wrote the play R.U.R. in 1920 and coined the term “Robot”, the character vs. technology conflict has become a very popular
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Beyond the Thunder: A Guide to Storm Symbolism in Literature
“It was a dark and stormy night…” Yep, something’s about to go wrong. As soon as your eyes land on words such as these while
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Mastering Plot and Pacing in Young Adult Science Fiction
When writing Young Adult Science Fiction, you need a compelling plot that involves a protagonist’s journey toward a goal while overcoming obstacles. However, what if