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On Saturday, October 31, countless ghosts and goblins will fill the streets in search of some sweet treats. Halloween weekend is right around the corner, and if you’re looking for… Two Angry Spirits, One Haunted Estate Sale
“All good things must come to an end.” This notion holds especially true when referring to the ending of your book. From the very first word of your novel to… How to Write a Powerful Ending
Strong dialogue can make or break a plot, so the conversations that you create for your characters must be believable. As the writer, it’s your job to remove the unnecessary… How to Improve Dialogue In Five Easy Tips
Autumn is now upon us and it proves to be the perfect time to fall back into writing. Perhaps work, picnics or summer vacations threw you off the writing track.… Fall Into Writing!
For nearly one hundred years, as America’s oldest publishing company, we have seen trends come and go. Some have stayed while others have fallen to the wayside. That’s why when… Long Live the Printed Book!
As a writer, you strive to write in a clear and concise way and with perfect grammar, of course. However, there are grammar rules that exist that often leave people… Grammatically Correct: What’s the Difference?
At the end of August, we published, “Stranger Than Fiction Writing Tips.” In that blog were five tips to aid in writing a fiction novel, such as the importance of… Stranger Than Fiction Writing Tips: Part Two
This past weekend proved to be a busy one! Not only was Sunday National Read a Book Day, yesterday was Labor Day, which is often recognized as the unofficial end… End Your Summer on a Positive Note
Whether you travel for relaxation or if it’s a major part of your job, being on the road can sometimes throw a wrench in your writing plans. The fact of… A Traveler’s Guide to Writing
Anyone with an imagination can sit down and write fiction – at its core, you just have to make stuff up! However, not everyone can sit down and begin writing good… Stranger Than Fiction Writing Tips