Childrens Stories - The Essentials

There is no specific formula for children's fiction. There are, however, some necessities. Whether you are writing a humorous picture book or a coming-of-age novel for young adults, you will need: a main character, a setting, a problem or goal and a satisfying ending.*Main characterDevelop protagonists that your readers will... Read More

Piecing It All Together

There's a little known secret we writers like to keep to ourselves, because we fear that if word got out, readers would immediately become disillusioned and abandon us. It's not as bad as a reviewer spoiling a twist in the plot of a book, I suppose. Those people should be... Read More

Plagiarism Through The Eyes Of College Students

Plagiarism has been condemned lately by all types of experts, including scholars, university board members and even commercial parties, such as TurnItIn, which sells plagiarism detection software righteously claiming that plagiarism should be combated through the most efficient and up to date tools. Well,... Read More

Should You Write a Book?

One morning, you open your inbox and find several e-mails that will boost your business. There is an invitation to speak at a local group comprised of your best prospects. Several emails have arrived from people who've "heard of you" and inquire about your services.There is a message from a... Read More

5 Reasons People Like Technology White Papers

A good white paper is a paper that makes you look good.You look good when your white paper makes sense, when it's readable, when it concentrates on benefits and examples, and when it's easy to get. Here's why:Reason #1. Many people would rather die than talk to a sales representative... Read More

Important Points of Fiction

Fiction manuscripts receive feedback that addresses and scores:· The theme of the book· Character development and depth· Plot and story line resolution· Pace and setting of the story· The effective use of dialog· The appropriateness of the tense and point of view· How compelling the book will be in the... Read More

The Opportunities As A Freelance Proofreader in the UK

A UK based freelance proofreader should be able to provide quality products for the United Kingdom audience. There are many differences in the type of work that is produced for the United States and that which is produced for the United Kingdom. The job of the proof reader is virtually... Read More

Get Published: The Nuts and Bolts of Good English, and How to Impress a Publisher (1)

Not all writers write good grammar. That's a fact. It's no big deal. Well, mostly it's no big deal. As a freelance books editor, I've seen hundreds of books whose authors cannot produce decent grammar and punctuation. I do it for them. I'm paid to do that -- mostly by... Read More

Dont Get Burned: Evaluating Script Writing Contests

Hundreds of writing contests tempt screenwriters with the lure of prize money, instant film industry contacts and personal feedback from film professionals. But contests can be costly, screenwriters should choose intelligently.Before you write that check, research and evaluate the contests that interest you. Narrow down your choices to the best... Read More

Vary Your Writing Style and Win Readers

First drafts are for getting down the ideas. Anna Jacobs calls the first draft the 'dirty draft'. Jenny Crusie calls it the 'don't-look-down draft'. The most important thing is to get it written.Then comes editing and polishing. Some writers love this stage: they can roll up their sleeves and start... Read More

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Time-Saving Skills to Get More from Your Writing

As you set out to create your first niche non-fiction... Read More

Overcoming Writers Block

Do you suffer from writer's block? Is there a pending... Read More

Self-Examination

Self-examination sheds light on a writers motives, goals, and aspirations,... Read More

7 Reference Books for Your Desk

I hate to admit this, but I rarely get an... Read More

Writing for the Internet -- How To Give the Readers What They Want

In this article you will find tips on: How to... Read More

Understanding Editorial Guidelines

Editorial guidelines, also known as writer's guidelines, are the rules... Read More

Reasons for Recording Your Life Story

1. No one else will do it for you.2. No... Read More

Eight Ways To Write Your Novel Faster

I asked several writers how long it took them to... Read More

The Hard Facts About Editing

Whether you're interviewing for a new job, trying to woo... Read More

Pairs/Groups Of Words Often Confused - Part 6 of 6

SALE, SAIL Sale is either offering something for purchase... Read More

Untrue Father (A short Story)

Kallu was a tenant of Santosh Kumar Nayak. Santosh Kumar... Read More

Turning Your Journal Into An Idea Bank

A few magazines refer to their written idea sources in... Read More

Mexican Living: Pasatiempo

It occurred to me one day that I needed something... Read More

Writing for Local Veterinary Hospitals

Freelance writer STANLEY BURKHARDT has a passion for animals. He... Read More

How To Write A Newsletter

In order to be successful with a newsletter, specialize in... Read More

The Author Within

Just about every marketer on the Internet claims to be... Read More

10 Best Writers Who Ever Lived

Compiling a list of the history's ten best writers is... Read More

A Few Keys to Writing Effective Dialogue

Every writer expends a great deal of creative energy developing... Read More

Frequently Asked Questions from Writers

1. What Is A Premise?A premise is the point you... Read More

How To Filter Description Through Your Characters

How do you describe a scene without slowing down the... Read More

Vary Your Writing Style and Win Readers

First drafts are for getting down the ideas. Anna Jacobs... Read More

Freelance or Staff

There is no doubt that a staff writer enjoys advantages... Read More

How To Cut the Clutter and Win Readers

Most of us hate housework.Nevertheless, even the most hopeless slobs... Read More

6 Tricks To Squeeze Your Letters Onto One Page

Anyone who has read any of my articles on the... Read More

Plagiarism Through The Eyes Of College Students

Plagiarism has been condemned lately by all types of experts,... Read More

Writing from Home: It Can Be Great and Not-So-Great for Mothers

I went to school to be a teacher. In fact,... Read More

Suspense Novels Made Easy

Suspense novels are probably the easiest novels to write. Suspense... Read More

Pairs/Groups Of Words Often Confused - Part 5 of 6

PASSED, PASTPassed is the past tense of pass. Past means... Read More

A Single Technique

Writing is hard work, and like all hard work, one... Read More

Creative Problem-Solving: Following Your Stream of Consciousness

Having trouble finding a solution to a nagging problem? Try... Read More

Three Tips to Improve Your Writing Rhythm

As a professional copywriter, not only do I do a... Read More

71 Ways For A Writer To Make Money

There are so many ways for writers to make good... Read More

Applying KISS Principle in Writing

I have added a new word to my vocabulary. Logorrhea.... Read More