The beginning of your novel is often the most challenge part to write. Use this article to help you navigate this difficult, but fun, part of your novel.
The Therapeutic Effects Of Writing
For some, writing about their emotional trauma brings emotional release from their pain. But how does it work? Read on inside.
Top Reasons To Avoid Business Jargon
The heavy use of jargon leaves those who don’t understand the terms feeling confused, while the ones who do understand might feel smug and in-the-know.
Cut the Crap – How to Avoid the Trap of Crap Content
There are many kinds of crappy content, each with its own unique reasons for being a dull and uninteresting lump rather than a well-polished gem.
Writing for Police Publication: Training Through the Written Word
Plenty of police authors begin writing as an interest, usually started by a craving to share advice that others will find valuable. Here’s how to succeed.
Writing for the Web: 6 Master Tactics to Keep Your Readers Hooked
Your main objective in writing for the web is to make your reader’s job EASY. Master these 6 tactics to keep your readers engaged.
How to Make Characters Memorable: Highlight Their Distinctive Characteristics
Readers best remember the characters you create for your novel by focusing in on their mannerisms, habits and traits. Here’s how to write them effectively.
Strange Resources for Writers: Giants, Dwarves, and Monsters as Literary Sources
The world of fantasy creatures is an invaluable resource for fiction writers. This article aims to raise awareness of the literary traditions that exist.
Eleven Unusual Cures for Writer’s Block That Actually Worked
Take a cue from famous and uncelebrated writers alike in adopting one of these unusual cures for writer’s block that do actually work.
6 Freelance Writing Niches That Are Often Overlooked
Learn about six common and not-so-common writing niches. This author explains writing gigs such as grant writing, writing resumes and cover letters to unemployed workers, and writing employer handbooks and other business-type documents.
Life As a News Reporter
My assignments included interviewing both actors Robert De Niro and Meryl Streep on the set of The Deer Hunter, the 1978 Academy Award winning Movie of the Year. I also had the opportunity to interview famed defense attorney F. Lee Bailey during a local murder trial, as well as presidential candidates Jimmy Carter and Senator Henry Scoop Jackson during the 1976 presidential primaries.
Become Successful Writing Crossword Puzzles: Seven Tips For Newbies
You might not realise it, but the crossword is still one of the most popular parts of many newspapers… with lots of people buying a copy for that reason alone. After the front and back page, the sport and the TV sections it’s high up on the list
How To Teach a Moral In a Short Story
Probably the best and simplest moral that people can get from any story is just the capacity to empathize with others, to care about the characters and their feelings. With that, it becomes apparent that an excessively preachy style is not necessary.
How to Write Powerful, Exciting, and Realistic Battle Scenes
The biggest challenge in writing a battle scene is the point of view. To make the experience exciting and moving, it’s best to stick to the perspective of a single fighter.
How to Become a Cookery Writer
Cookery writing is a unique skill and one that requires the writer to adopt a slightly different approach to ensure the reader clearly understands their directions. English language students are often set the task of writing recipes as it teaches them to use the imperative mood.
The Genesis of Boomer Literature: A Brief History
Why is there the expectation that boomer lit will become a major genre? This is a simple matter of demographics. The same generation that made the success of YA lit will be responsible for the success of boomer lit. In that sense, boomer lit or BB novels are a true
4 Top Memoir Writing Lessons Tips – How To Write A Great Memoir
Memoir writing can be a great process if it is done properly. However, if you’ve never been taught how to do it properly then it can be an extremely difficult task that is draining and annoying to continue with
5 Industries That Will Hire Freelance Writers
You may not believe that tourism is increasing but it is thanks to baby boomers. This group won’t give up travel. They have the funds to travel wherever and whenever and like to get a good deal. If you’re interested in travel writing, now is the time to get started
5 Realities of Freelance Copywriting
I’ve lost track of the projects I’ve seen where the wage was $1 per article. People routinely undermine the worth of writing and editorial skills by offering slave labor wages.
5 Tips to Excel in Ghostwriting
If you’re an established and excellent writer, but fail to meet your clients’ needs or expectations, it will negatively impact your business. Your passion may keep your business going as a ghostwriter
5 Tips to Help Launch Your Writing Career
Launching a career in writing is not an easy feat. However, today’s technology certainly makes it much easier to access the tools required to get started.
10 Reasons Why Your Script Got Rejected
Whether it’s a contest, an agency or management company, a production company or even a studio, one thing is the same all over; there’s too many damn scripts.
10 Tips For Writing a Memoir
What differentiates memoir from autobiography is that it deals with only a slice, a portion or event in your life, rather than your whole life. Memoir is a story within the story of your life. Stay focused on your chosen topic. Avoid meandering off in another direction.
Character Development: Questions for Creating Character Facts and Personalities
Creating a character questionnaire for each major character can lead to richer fiction and greater focus. Following are some sample questions to ask your character. Envision the character sitting in the room with you and telling you about him- or herself.
How to Set Your Freelance Writing Rates
Many individuals who lack writing skills drive down rates, way below what professional writers can rightfully charge. Here’s how to set yours high.
All You Need to Know About Business Insurance for Freelancers
If you’ve ever been faced with hefty medical bills, then you’re probably aware of how much of a difference health insurance can make to softening the financial blow. While your small freelancing business probably won’t end up in the ER with a broken wrist, good insurance is still necessary to keep it well protected. As… Read more →
8 Side Hustles for Freelance Writers
The life of a freelance writer isn’t always easy. Grinding out 600 word articles for a few dollars here and there, occasionally getting a juicy project that pays a bit more. In between freelance writing projects, bills still need to get paid. Luckily, there are some excellent side hustle opportunities for freelance writers. Here are… Read more →