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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

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

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...

The Protagonist Who Can Only Dream in Reality

The threshold between dreams and realities has been an eternal source of fascination to both readers and writers ever since the beginning of literature. One of the most compelling devices to complete this is the protagonist, who can only dream in reality and experience reality...

Writing Prompts to Get Your Day Started

You know you should be writing every day, right? Have you ever experienced this phenomenon called writer’s block? Well, actually, when you think of it, there is no such thing. Writer’s block is just an excuse. There’s always something you can write, from a simple...

Oxymorons That Make You Chuckle

Do you know what an oxymoron is? It’s a figure of speech that is contradictory. For example, “found missing.” Really? How can something or someone be both found and missing? So, now you know what an oxymoron is, how can you use it effectively in...

A Character Who Speaks in Opposites—They Say One Thing but Mean Another!

Literature is filled with characters who mask their true intentions behind a facade of words. These puzzling characters, who often say one thing while meaning another, add complications and interest to the narrative. Understanding this literary device helps an author to create fascinating characters with...