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How to Write a Narrative Poem: Master an Ancient Craft
Looking for tips on how to write an engaging story all in verse? You'll find everything you need to know in this article, from crafting your narrative to managing your meter.
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What is the Ideal Short Story Length? And When Does It Become a Novella?
How long is too long for a short story? And is there such a thing as a story that's too short? We've got the answers you're looking for, plus tips on keeping your tale brief but brilliant.
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Premium Deep Dive: Author Brands
Your author brand is how you're represented to readers (or prospective readers) even when you aren't around. It's a crucial component of a successful author career. If you want to make a brand that gets your words written, check out this Deep Dive.
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Creative Screenwriting: How to Write Star-Worthy Stories
Want to try your hand at writing a movie? Learn how to get started with this quick guide to screenwriting.
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Books vs. Movies: Which is Better? (And Why Do We Care?)
Which was better: the book or the movie? That question isn't just a fun debate starter. It can also lead to meaningful insights about what it takes to write a great story.
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Free Writing Exercises to Make You a Better Author
Welcome to the imagination gym, where we're going to introduce you to a bunch of free writing exercises you can use to create a custom author workout plan.
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How to Create an Audiobook That Ranks High on Google
There's never been a better time to create an audiobook. But how do you do it? More importantly, how do you make sure your self-published audiobook is a quality product? Here's everything you need to know.
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How to Write a Prologue That Gets Readers Amped
Knowing how to write a prologue is about more than putting all the right parts in the right order. You also need to know why you're writing one so you can use this storytelling guide to its fullest potential. This guide will help.
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Ever Wonder How to Write a Character's Thoughts?
Giving your reader a peek into the mind of your characters can be an effective tool in your writing toolkit, but only if you do it right. In this article, we look at how to write character thoughts.
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How to Make a Book Cover That Seriously Sells
Planning to self-publish your novel? Then you need to know how to make a book cover. Here's everything you need to know about catching your reader's eye and getting them to click "buy."
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Amazing Book Covers to Inspire You
Never judge a book by its cover. Ha, I’ve never heard anything that’s less true. I guess the origins of the phrase suggest you shouldn’t judge people by outward appearances or something like that, and yes, that’s definitely true. But when we’re talking about actual books, then you should absolutely, definitely be judging books by their covers. Publishers use book covers as marketing tools. It tells you, dear reader, where that book falls in terms of genre and age and lets you know if this might be a book you like. If you’ve ever wondered why all the books in a specific category look similar, that’s on purpose. It’s a sign post. A guide that says, if you like other books in this genre, then this book might also appeal to you.
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To Make a Long Story Short: Elements of a Short Story
The short story. It seems like it should be simpler to write because it’s, well… short. Right? Maybe. It depends on you and a few other factors. Short story writing is an art unto itself, and while yes, there might be fewer words overall, you still need the same kind of practice and care you exercise when writing a longer piece. If you’ve ever wanted to write a short story, then pay attention, because we’re digging into everything you need to know to tackle your own.
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How to Write Book Titles
You’ve cobbled together 100K words of sheer brilliance, but now you must tackle the hardest task. How do you write book titles, anyway?
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What is a book synopsis?
Learn how to write a book synopsis that gets the attention of agents and publishers. It's easier than you think.