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What is a Beta Reader? How to Find and Work With an Author’s Best Friend
Jun 25, 2019 – Understanding Publishing
Wondering what beta readers do? Find out how they work and where to find them in this straightforward guide. Read more →
Types of Editing: An Inside Look at What Editors Do
Jun 18, 2019 – Understanding Publishing
What are the different types of editing? From development to fact-checking, here are the 5 major editing types every author needs to know Read more →
What is an Anti-Villain? Definition, Tips, and Examples
Jun 13, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft
What do the Marvel Cinemaic Universe and Game of Thrones have in common? Anti villains. Learn exactly what an anti villain is here — with lots of examples! Read more →
29 Must-Know Examples of Repetition in Literature
May 31, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft
We cover the basics of repetition, including a clear definition and over 29 repetition examples in literature. Don't forget to try out the repetition quiz! Read more →
What Are Extended Metaphors? How to Use Them, Plus Examples
May 30, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft
Find out what an extended metaphor is (and how it differs from a regular metaphor). Includes examples from popular culture! Read more →
How to Write a Book (with Tactics from Bestsellers)
May 22, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft
Have you ever dreamed of writing a book? From the first outline to final edits, this guide will take you through how to write a book in 11 steps. Read more →
Active vs. Passive Voice: Distinguish Them With Confidence
May 16, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft
What is passive voice? When should I use it? How can I fix it? All your questions answered in the ultimate active vs passive voice showdown! Read more →
Point of View: The Ultimate Guide to Writing POV (+ Examples)
May 08, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft
The angle you choose to tell your story matters. There are 5 types of point of view — here's everything you need to learn about them. Read more →
First Person Point of View: Character-Driven Narration
May 08, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft
Discover more about first person point of view with this guide from Reedsy. Includes top tips from veteran book editors. Read more →
Third Person Omniscient: The Ultimate Guide + Examples
May 08, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft
Learn all about the third person omniscient point of view — where the narrator knows anything and everything. Read more →
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