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Four basic sentence structures you should know
Originally posted on Book Editing:
THE English language uses four basic sentence structures: 1. Simple sentence — a sentence with just one independent clause (also called a main clause): I purchased a tour guide and a travel journal at the bookstore. 2. Compound sentence — A compound sentence contains at least two independent clauses: I purchased…
How to Grow as a Writer: 5 Logical Steps – by K.M. Weiland…
Originally posted on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog:
on Helping Writers Become Authors: Writers are students. Sometimes this is the result of nothing more than sheer necessity: we seek answers for our questions because writing is proposes difficult problems. But often, writers are students first and writers second. If this is you, then…
Find out how to stop killing your voice
Originally posted on Jean's Writing:
And let readers know your works by your voice. As soon as I opened my mouth, friends knew it was me, even before caller ID. All I had to say was hey. Although I’m not particularly fond of teasing about my accent, I do want anyone who reads my book to…
When to Show and When to Tell
Originally posted on Ryan Lanz:
? by Kyle Massa ? Show, don’t tell. If you’ve ever taken a writing course of any kind, you’ve probably heard that phrase. If you haven’t, the meaning is pretty simple: don’t come out and tell your readers everything they need to know. Instead, show them examples and specific situations…
How to make readers love and hate your villain
Originally posted on Jean's Writing:
Make him one of the beautiful people. Writing a villain and/or an antagonist is not as easy for me as the good guys. A few days ago I wrote a post about the difference and similarities between the antagonist and a villain. And think whether you choose to blend the bad guy…
Wednesday Writing Simple Wisdom
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Is the bad guy evil or just irritating?
Originally posted on Jean's Writing:
So, what is the difference between an evil person and an aggravating person? A villain is evil but not always the antagonist. An antagonist is not always evil and therefore not always the villain. Confused yet? Well, hang in there. In an article by Annika Griffith, she explains the difference. Just…
Good or bad, it’s time to get the book done!
Originally posted on Jean's Writing:
And after a little vacation, I’m determined to make it to the finish line. I know, you’ve heard this song and dance from me before. Ha Ha. Yeah, I know but family comes first. So, I’m off to Paris to watch my lovely granddaughter graduate from high school. However, when I…
Nicholas Rossis blog
Originally posted on What You Blog About:
Nicholas Rossis blog Nicholas C. Rossis blogs about all things books, with an emphasis on book marketing. It all started when he published his first book. As all authors, he was hoping for the world to swiftly recognize the brilliance of his work. That first month, he sold…
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