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March 2012

Should my characters use some favorite expressions when they speak so they seem more real?

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By Brandi Reissenweber

Published: March 29, 2012

I have trouble making jumps in time clear to the reader. How can I do this?

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By Brandi Reissenweber

Published: March 22, 2012

If a character asks a question, does the question mark go inside or outside the quotation mark?

By Brandi Reissenweber

Published: March 15, 2012

I just finished the first draft of my first short story, but I don't feel like revising it. Does this mean I'm not cut out to be a writer?

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By Brandi Reissenweber

Published: March 8, 2012

My protagonist has two friends with similar personalities. Should I cut one or keep them both?

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By Brandi Reissenweber

Published: March 1, 2012

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