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Writer's Block: How to Overcome Writing Constipation

Nov 06, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

Trying to break free of every writer's worst fear? Here are 10 tips to overcome writer's block. Read more →

What Is a Motif? Motifs Defined + 10 Illuminating Examples

Nov 06, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

A motif in literature is something that's often analyzed, yet easily muddled. In this guide, we'll define exactly what is a motif using 10 helpful examples! Read more →

Creative Nonfiction: How to Spin Facts into Narrative Gold

Nov 05, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

In this post, we'll walk you through the ins and outs of writing creative nonfiction and its major subcategories — all fleshed out with examples of the best creative nonfiction books on the market. Read more →

How to Write Faster: 8 Strategies for Productivity

Nov 04, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

Trying to write your book faster? Here are 8 strategies to get the words flowing on the page and increase your output. Read more →

Novel Synopsis Example: Is This Tomorrow by Caroline Leavitt

Oct 24, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

New York Times bestselling author Caroline Leavitt shares an early synopsis of her novel, Is This Tomorrow. Read more →

What is Upmarket Fiction? The Inside Publishing Scoop

Oct 21, 2019 – Understanding Publishing

Discover what makes Upmarket Fiction such a coveted niche of the publishing market. Read more →

How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Ghostwriter? [Rates and Fees]

Oct 19, 2019 – Understanding Publishing

This is how much you can expect to pay a ghostwriter in your book genre, based on actual market data. Read more →

3 Types of Irony: What's the Difference? With Examples

Oct 04, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

What is irony? We define the different types of irony and examine how they're used in writing books, TV shows, and films. Read more →

Anti-Heroes, Defined: How to Write Them, Plus 5 Examples

Oct 04, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

Superman might be a hero, but Tyrion Lannister is definitely not — he's an "anti-hero." Learn exactly what an anti-hero is here — with lots of examples! Read more →

20 Writing Tips to Improve Your Craft

Sep 26, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

Whether you're a beginner or a bestselling author, these 20 must-know writing tips will help you become the best writer you can be. Read more →

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