All types of writing are very different in style (articles, books, essays, screenplays, reviews and of course book manuscripts), however, the way a writer organizes their thoughts and workspace can have a lot of impact on the writing process as well as the finished manuscript.
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The zodiac chart is a famous tool people use to find out more about their personalities, birthdays, and at times, futures. And I’ll admit, I’ve delved into the zodiac a bit, but whether it be out of sheer curiosity or reverence, I’ll leave that to...
Imagine meeting a co-worker’s friend for the first time. He’s handsome, kind, charismatic. He’s the kind of person who, in your opinion, can lead revolutions, stage rebellions, probably even steal anyone’s spouse and get away with it. In the back of your mind, you know...
What is a good writer without editors? Usually, we hear talk about writers only ever having one editor, those editors are usually cast as tough and precise because they know what they're talking about. But what most independent authors, especially new authors, don't realize is...
How do you write a well-paced story that flows naturally within the structural and lexical constraints of a graded reader? These books, otherwise known as learner literature, are far more than simple school books. Whether they're at an elementary, intermediate or advanced level, they must...
You've decided you'd like to try your hand at writing a graded reader. What's the next step? If a friend asked you for advice on how to become a marathon runner, you'd tell him to go running. Likewise, if you'd like to write graded readers,...
What is a graded reader?
Whether you're an experienced writer or a newbie, you may be wondering what a graded reader is.
They are books that are written or adapted for language learners. Graded readers help people read and enjoy the language they're learning. This is important...
Audiences love pieces that ask questions and provoke thought. They want to feel like they are part of the process and not mere outsiders. They also like taking something away with them after reading an article or book. It could be a new perspective or...
A critical part of the writing process is knowing your audience as a writer. Sometimes this is clear but, for many writers, it is not always easy to identify the specific audience you intend to write for. There are tips discussed in this article that...
Editing a book is a skill that many people believe they have, but very few people actually possess. Editing a book is not easy. It is more than just removing a few words here, adding a few words there. Authors have to be very careful...
