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Writing tips abound online, and we do our part to provide insightful, actionable, and (occasionally) counterintuitive advice on the craft of writing and publishing.

How To Title a Poem

How To Title a Poem

“Fog,” “Song of Myself,” “On the Pulse of Morning,” “The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock.” Poetry titles can be single words or evocative phrases, literal or fanciful, beautiful and intriguing — and a...
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How to Add Research for Your Next Book Project

Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Whether your next book is a cutting-edge cookbook, historical fiction, or anything in between, it’s vital that you add research in books so that...
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How to Write a Nonfiction Book in 7 Steps

A great nonfiction book can inspire and educate, influence, and heal — but the process of crafting your own nonfiction work can seem intimidating if you’ve never done it before (and sometimes even if...
"How to Write a Chapter Outline in 7 Steps"

How to Write a Chapter Outline in 7 Steps

Whether you're writing a novel, a nonfiction book, or an academic text, understanding how to efficiently outline your chapters can significantly enhance the quality and coherence of your final work. Writing a chapter outline...
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Using the Three-Act Structure in Your Story

What is the three-act structure, and how is it used in storytelling? Learn essential components and tips for how to incorporate this approach into your writing.
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The Delights and Dangers of First-Person Narration

Readers love first-person narration because it plunges you into the world and mind of a character. But, handled badly, a first-person narrative can be a real turn-off.
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What is a Character Flaw?

Want to craft the perfect character? Give them a flaw. A character flaw make a character more believable, dimensional, and can add tension to how a story unfolds.

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