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Voice in Narrative and Dialogue

One of the nice things about being an author is that we can break any rule we want. (I just did.) It's part of our job description. Language changes through usage definitions, spelling, grammar and authors can help it do this. But on the other...

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Easy Journaling Tips

Easy Journaling Tips by: Lorraine Curry Journaling is a stress free learning technique. My children who journaled seemed to have much more pleasure in—and success at—writing. (I have included samples of our children’s writing in Easy Homes...

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Quick Proof Reading Can Lead to a Costly Mistake

Quick Proof Reading Can Lead to a Costly Mistake by: Laura Hickey If you know of anyone writing that likes to hear others experiences from authors, please share this and include the byline. One Isn't Enough When it Comes to Proof Reading Yo...

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The Devil is in the Details: The Heavenly Benefits of Specificity in Writing

The Devil is in the Details: The Heavenly Benefits of Specificity in Writing by: Linda Abraham You can argue about the devil, but certainly the substance, distinctiveness, and success of your essays depends on the details. Many applicants tend ...

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Contest Advice for Screenplay Writers

Contest Advice for Screenplay Writers by: Lynne Pembroke Introduction There are many screenplay contests available to the aspiring screenwriter. These contests can be a good avenue to getting one's work noticed and/or make a sale. So, it&ap...

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Self Publishing Success Starts With Marketing

Self Publishing Success Starts With Marketing by: Jean Fritz Self-publishing is not for the faint of heart. The publication process is lengthy, involves a considerable number of detailed, administrative tasks and can be expensive. This is the ea...

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How to Write Funny It's All About Timing

How to Write Funny It's All About Timing by: Sarah SmileyMy Dad has this old joke that goes, "What's the most important thing about humor?" After a short pause, he interjects, "TIMING!"I've rolled my eyes many a time over this jo...

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The Art of Writing a Good Song

Did you know that good songwriting is often the key to establishing a successful music career? But more than that, it can be fun! When you write a song you are able to express yourself in new and creative ways. Whether you're sad, happy, angry,...

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4 Tips for Writing Successful Swipe Copy

© 2005 by Bruce CarlsonMaster copywriter and marketer Dan Kennedy, in his highlypopular and successful copywriting seminars, likes to tellhis students that "sometimes good enough is good enough"when it comes to a piece of sales copy.What does Da...

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Proofreading Your Own Document

Proofreading Your Own Document by: Jan Kovarik You've just written an important paper, business communique, or other document that will be read by others and perhaps will be the basis for a classroom grade, a prospective business arrangemen...

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