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Gwen just wanted to be like the other girls. The ones who were pretty and all the boys paid attention to. . .She just wanted to be pretty like the other girls. But sometimes, the path to being pretty can get real ugly, real fast. . .
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Everyone understands the value and importance of a copy editor, but, the question is whether a developmental editor is necessary for our work. Now, most authors get beta readers for feedback after the first draft and, more often than not, that feedback suggests that the writing needs more work.
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The post outlines essential writing techniques that enhance reader engagement, including description, imagery, storytelling, and world-building. It emphasizes the importance of a writer’s investment in their story for effective promotion. Understanding and applying these fundamentals can differentiate good writing from mediocre, ultimately enriching the writing experience for both authors and readers.
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Most writers have trouble establishing flow or rhythm because they tend to turn writing into a metric. In the writing word, most tend to focus entirely too much on hitting a certain word count rather than enmeshing themselves into the story. Investment into the story is what establishes rhythm and flow, and focusing on word…
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You can publish your novel in one of two ways. . . Traditional or Self-publishing. The fundamental process is the same: Write the novel, edit the novel, publish the novel. Very simple. For those that want to go the traditional route, it will take anywhere from six months to a year depending on how long…
