5 Ways to Fall in Love with Writing This Summer
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There are many ways to 'get it done', but the best way to write your book is to love doing it. What's not to love about summer?
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Turn Your Favourite Writer into Your Writing Mentor
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With a little effort and the right mindset, you can make a writing mentor out of someone you’ve never met. All you need is an eye for work that speaks to you and a willingness to get lost in a writer’s world.
Read More3 Steps to Uncovering Your Simple Truths
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The lyrics and music of Lou Reed can teach us valuable lessons about the power of simplicity and honesty in writing.
Read MoreWhy Every Author Needs Their Own Brand
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FriesenPress author Suzanne Forcese describes how publishing her book didn’t just change her life, it changed what she believed about herself.
Read MoreAuthors: Beware of Positive Feedback
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When nice words aren’t. Make sure your test readers are telling you what’s true, not just what’s pleasant.
Read MoreHow to Unlock the Power of a Story Edit
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What’s the first thing you should do after celebrating the first draft of your manuscript? It’s not copy editing, or proofreading...
Read More6 Enriching Writing Projects for Retirees
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Whether it's a daily activity or something to pick up every now and then, a writing project can make a retiree’s golden years even more satisfying and enjoyable. We shine the spotlight on six enriching writing projects for retirees of any writing experience level.
Read MoreHow Observation Can Improve Your Writing
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Being observant is a real skill – a talent that can and should be honed. It’s especially important to writers of literary fiction and nonfiction, where dialogue, character development, and setting are often greatly enhanced through careful observation.
Read MoreHow to Use Moodboards to Enhance Your Writing
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Coming up with an original 'writing voice' can be daunting for any writer. A voice moodboard is a great way to develop your tone and stay inspired while writing. Here's how to create one of your own!
Read More5 Top Tips for Finishing Your Book
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Completing a manuscript is one of the most exhilarating moments in a writer’s life, and getting to that moment is also one of the greatest challenges. To help make sure you cross that finish line and have a working manuscript, here are our five top tips.
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