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How To Effectively Bring Music Into Your Story New!

Music is all around us. We can’t go anywhere without hearing music, whether it’s the natural music of the world around us, the birds and wildlife, the rustling of a breeze through the leaves, or the piped music that infiltrates every public space imaginable. And...

The Do’s and Don’ts of Quoting Copyrighted Material New!

In many ways, copyright is the bane of our existence as writers. Copyright law exists to protect us, but it can also cause a few headaches for those of us who see the merit of sharing the words of others, without compromising their right to...

In What Order Do You List Your Adjectives? New!

Have you ever heard of the Royal Order of Adjectives? If you’re planning to use multiple adjectives when describing a noun, there is a defining order, at least in the English language. You can’t just write: “Every weekend, Mom makes a Chinese big feast.” Sound...

The Plot Where the Laws of Physics Change Daily… and Your Characters Just Try to Cope  New!

The first time you watched Christopher Nolan's "Inception," you were probably amazed by everything it had to offer. Many of us spent days or even years contemplating its hidden details and overall experience. Nolan's films are both visually stunning and intellectually stimulating. They often revolve around...

How Do You Know When You’re Done? New!

Having taught creative writing to young people for years, I never got over the classic ending they all used for a story: “to be continued…” usually with more than the three recommended dots. The difficulty is that we all want a good story to carry on....

Which or That and When to Use Them (Or Not)! New!

Looking at a recent story I had published (notice I could have used ‘that’ in this opening clause), I have to admit I cringed at the first sentence: “I remember the first day that she walked into the office.” There’s that ‘that’ word again. Was...

What If Your Character Woke Up to Find All Their Belongings Are Talking to Them? New!

Have you ever thought of a story where your character wakes up, rubbing their sleepy eyes, to find that their alarm clock is nagging them to get out of bed, and their favorite shoes are arguing over who will be worn today? A story where...

How to Self-Edit Your Book: An Ultimate Checklist for Authors New!

Ah, the exhilarating moment when you type “The End” on your manuscript. But before you send it off to beta readers, agents, or publishers, there's one crucial step that could make or break your story—self-editing. Yes, I know. It sounds daunting. But trust me, mastering...

Stop Thinking About It, Stop Rehashing Old Ideas, and Start Writing New!

What is the difference between an author and a wanna-be writer? One writes, and the other only wants to write. Then again, some edit continuously from the first word written to the last word, if they actually get that far. So, when is the best...

How to Improve Your Writing Skills: Essential Tips for Better Writing New!

Even the most seasoned authors make mistakes—but luckily, some of the most common ones are also the easiest to fix. Understanding these pitfalls can help you build a strong foundation in writing that captivates readers and satisfies publishers. Whether you’re new to writing or have...