The Run-on Sentence: From Here To Eternity
If you find your sentences filled with commas, and they wend from one topic to another, then you, like many people, may be guilty of writing run-on sentences.The run-on sentence is annoying. The run-on is boring. Most important, utilizing run-ons in your work is a sure-fire way of losing your... Read More
Are You a Freelance Writer? - Then You Need a Website
As a freelance writer, it is important to present yourself to your clients in a highly effective way. One of the most effective methods that freelancers use is a website. You can and should produce your own website to draw people in and learn about your skills. But, what should... Read More
The Writers Angst
What is this annoying, insidious angst that permeates my psyche? In all other regards, I'm a moderately confident guy. I'm secure in my abilities to be a good father, husband, employee, friend, gardener, etc. And, heck! Lots of folks tell me I'm a good writer. I'm passionate about my writing.... Read More
Going On A Word Diet
There are three ways to write a first draft. One is to ink whatever surfaces, in whatever order without regard to grammar, spelling or staying on topic. After the free write, the points, and message extracted for notes or an outline. Time is its adversary and clarity chisels its way... Read More
A Freelancers Journey, Part One
Today it begins.I have always known I was a freelancer. The phrase my family uses to describe me is "not a nine-to-five-er." That said, nine-to-five does carry some not-so-romantic but comforting benefits. Health insurance. Travel reimbursement. Gas mileage. A regular paycheck.But alas, I'm the daughter and granddaughter of entrepreneurs, and... Read More
Building a Character Wall
For any great novelist, defining your cast of intriguing characters is the key to the success of your story. So how do you maintain the image of your characters―both their physical attributes and their personality? It's easy! Build a Character Wall?paper by paper.A Character Wall is simply a character profile... Read More
Untrue Father (A short Story)
Kallu was a tenant of Santosh Kumar Nayak. Santosh Kumar was a businessman in a small town of Utter Pradesh. So far the rent is concerned he was charging the rent very much according to the prevalent rates. Santosh Kumar was not contended with the rent alone Kallu was paying.... Read More
Dont Forget That Manual!
No user manual? Surely you jest!It may seem comical, but it's a surprisingly common situation. I've encountered many companies that don't provide any user manuals with their products. If they do, their manuals are often horribly incoherent, or else years out of date. It shouldn't happen, but it happens all... Read More
Tips for First Time Authors : 2 Easy Steps to Make Your First Book a Success
Congratulations on writing your first book. That is quite an accomplishment. Many people dream of writing a book, but you actually did it. Way to go.At this point you are probably wondering where to get started, who to contact, how to even take the first step. Don't worry, that is... Read More
Top Ten Writing Mistakes Made By New Childrens Writers
Okay. So I'm not David Letterman. But I doubt if he'd know much about the top 10 mistakes made by new children's writers anyway. I, on the other hand, read from 10 to 20 manuscripts for children every week (I'm not bragging - I'm just an instructor with the Institute... Read More
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Rejection ? Have the Right Perspective and Don?t Quit
If you're getting rejections from your submissions, please don't quit... Read More
How to Write Your Op-Ed Piece
Op-ed articles, also known as opinion/editorial articles, are a great... Read More
Turning Your Journal Into An Idea Bank
A few magazines refer to their written idea sources in... Read More
Writing from Home: It Can Be Great and Not-So-Great for Mothers
I went to school to be a teacher. In fact,... Read More
Before You Write Your Book, Organize Its Parts - Part 1
If you are a serious writer who wants to publish... Read More
14 Tips On Writing The Short-Short Story
The short-short story has been likened by some as being... Read More
How to Catch the Writing Bug
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The Importance of Writing Clearly for Business
Creating written documents reveals so much about you and your... Read More
Conflict - How To Keep Your Readers Turning Pages
Some writers are just too kind.They hate to put their... Read More
Eight Ways To Write Your Novel Faster
I asked several writers how long it took them to... Read More
Uncommon Advice for Beginning Novelists
1) Convince yourself you want to do something else. If... Read More
The Hard Facts About Editing
Whether you're interviewing for a new job, trying to woo... Read More
Dont Forget That Manual!
No user manual? Surely you jest!It may seem comical, but... Read More
6 Tricks To Squeeze Your Letters Onto One Page
Anyone who has read any of my articles on the... Read More
A Writers Tools
If you are like most writers, you're constantly searching for... Read More
Why I Write
I started writing as a way of keeping safe memories... Read More
The Blank Mind
Many writers stare at the blank page or clean computer... Read More
Kick-Start your Juices
Listen, consider this scenario.You have a deadline to honour. Time... Read More
The Many Paths to Plotting
For several years before I left teaching to write full... Read More
Cheap Therapy
I call it cheap therapy. That gushing, near-religious, poured-from-the-body stress... Read More
Top Ten Ways to Write a Book That Sells
Is there a book inside of you? Yes? Then why... Read More
Creative Problem-Solving: Following Your Stream of Consciousness
Having trouble finding a solution to a nagging problem? Try... Read More
What Can Go Into A Plot?
Creative Writing Tips ?We all tackle plotting differently. How you... Read More
Making Better Word Choices ? 4 Examples
Choosing the wrong words can have a poor effect on... Read More
Time to Write
SO YOU WANT TO BE A WRITER?Many people have entertained... Read More
The Spectre Hound
And a dreadful thing from the cliff did spring, and... Read More
How to Write Articles, Reports, and Books Quickly
Do you have trouble getting your thoughts and ideas down... Read More
Written Communications ? 6 Tips on Language & Tone
In most aspects of business, we will be expected to... Read More
Writing Is Not Life-threatening
Some writers complain that writing is arduous work requiring long... Read More
How to Come Up with Fresh Story Ideas
How to Come Up with Fresh Story Ideas When Your... Read More
Get Creative In The Great Outdoors
Summer's here and the time is write for dancing in... Read More
Bring Out the Natural Writer in You
Think you can't write a book that will sell? You... Read More
How to Write Words Worth a Thousand Pictures
Our Image-Driven SocietyWe live in a new image-driven society. It... Read More
Tips For Better Writing
It is certainly true that we don't get a second... Read More
Retail Margin, Trade Discount, and What it Means for the Author
DEFINITIONSRetail margin is basically the difference between your book's wholesale... Read More
Call Yourself a Writer? Where Are Your Notes?
Writers are notorious collectors of slips of paper. They tear... Read More
How You Can Find Freelance Editing Jobs
Freelance editing opportunities are out there, you just need to... Read More
Grow Your Ideas Without Letting Words Grow Like Weeds
Q: How do I expand on an idea without getting... Read More
Recommendation Letters Demystified
There is a lot of confusion about recommendation letters.Recommendation letters... Read More
How to Outline your Book and Chapters with Mindmapping
Mindmapping is better than linear outlining because authors can use... Read More
How to Write a Holiday Tale that Isn?t a Turkey
When we write stories, with the purpose of sharing them... Read More
Documenting Everything: Your Journal is Your Logbook
Sailors had it for years. Great explorers had it as... Read More
On Writing and Poetry: Harry Calhoun in Conversation
"This is just brilliant. The whole interview is incredible? I'm?... Read More
Pairs/Groups Of Words Often Confused - Part 6 of 6
SALE, SAIL Sale is either offering something for purchase... Read More
Its All About YOU!
The Hottest Word on the WebDid you know marketing people... Read More
Should You Hire a Ghostwriter?
Have you heard the term 'ghostwriter' and wondered what they... Read More
Creating Great Business Correspondence
Obtaining the skills for writing good business correpondence is important;... Read More
Writers Helping Writers - A Noble Legacy
It is satisfying to be a part of such a... Read More
9 More Writing Tips for Successful Email Marketing
A few months ago, I wrote a guide entitled: 101... Read More
The Power of Punctuation
Punctuation, when used creatively, is powerful. Note, however, that when... Read More
Looking For Good Copywriter Books?
If you are looking for copywriter books, you'll want to... Read More
The Myths of Writing: Have You Bought Into These?
There is an image most people carry of the artist... Read More
Why Book Writers Need A Running Mate
By far, I have found that the lack of discipline... Read More
Cheap Therapy
I call it cheap therapy. That gushing, near-religious, poured-from-the-body stress... Read More
How To Identify Your Own Style Of Writing
This article is to help identify which style, technique or... Read More
Create Confidence With Your Writing
Whether you are writing a magazine article, composing a press... Read More
7 Writing Muse Kickers to Fill Up That Blank Page
Nothing is more daunting for any writer than having to... Read More
Your Words Will Determine Your Business!
Be careful when you write.Words you use, sentences you phrase... Read More
How To Write for the Web
The Scanning ReaderWriting for the Web is different than writing... Read More
An Introduction to Self Publishing Material
Any article, report or book which is bought or sold... Read More
Keeping a Journal - One of the Three Treasures to Leave Behind
(excerpted from the "How to Use a Journal" audio series... Read More
Want to start a publishing revolution?
Calling all publishers, editors, journalists and freelance writers. It's time... Read More
Frequently Asked Questions from Writers
1. What Is A Premise?A premise is the point you... Read More
How To Cut the Clutter and Win Readers
Most of us hate housework.Nevertheless, even the most hopeless slobs... Read More
Editing and Polishing - How Much is Enough?
A few days ago, I critiqued a chapter for a... Read More
Making Better Word Choices ? 4 Examples
Choosing the wrong words can have a poor effect on... Read More
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