Drafting those many drafts: The 10 revision phases
Before your novel is ready for publication, it should endure each of these draft phases first. Read More “Drafting those many drafts: The 10 revision phases”
Before your novel is ready for publication, it should endure each of these draft phases first. Read More “Drafting those many drafts: The 10 revision phases”
Good friends save us from embarrassment. A good editor should, too. Read More “The hard edits: Why every writer needs an editor/friend”
The Writer explains what cumulative sentences are and how authors used them to enhance their short stories. Read More “Ask the Writer: Cumulative sentences”
No one wants to slog through entangling vines, no matter how pretty. Here are some common offenders. Read More “Cut the fat: Make your writing lean and clean”
Whip those comma splices, uncertain semicolons, and errant exclamation marks into shape with our ultimate grammar guide.
Read More “Punctuation Boot Camp: Our ultimate grammar guide”
Key strategies for tackling your first novel revision. Read More “Top tips for revising your novel”
How to rout out lifeless be verbs from your work. Read More “Not to be: Removing be verbs from your writing”
Does your writing pass the “dude test?” Read More “Lose the legalese: Make your writing clear, brief, and accurate”
Carefully weigh your work (and its impact) before sending it out into the world. Read More “Ponder your words: How to wield the power of language”
Learning to receive criticism is an important step on your writer’s journey. Read More “How to receive critical feedback on your writing”