Devil in the Details

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Navigate the pitfalls of writing with a keen eye on accuracy and realism. This section is dedicated to helping authors avoid common mistakes through proper research and knowledge. Learn how to enrich your writing with precision and care for the finer details that bring your story to life and resonate with readers. Whether you're crafting a historically accurate novel or a detailed fantasy world, ensure every element is as believable and well-constructed as possible.

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Invisible Dialogue Tags for Indie Authors

Best Practices for Writing and Formatting Dialogue Jackie Dana Ah, the humble dialogue tag. They are some of the most powerful tools in your author toolbox, helping your reader visualize a scene and who’s speaking, and often conveying subtle action. But despite their value in a story, they’re...

Revitalize Backlist Sales with Fresh Book Covers

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Boost Character Agency in Your Story

Does Your Story’s Main Character Have Enough Agency? Paul Austin Ardoin In one episode of the TV sitcom The Big Bang Theory, several of the characters get disappointed after they realize the hero of Raiders of the Lost Ark, Indiana Jones, does nothing to affect the outcome of the...

Unlocking Idiom Origins for Better Fiction Writing

Exploring the History Behind Three Common English Sayings As writers, we love to play with words. We twirl them around on our tongues and pop them out in various ways. Sometimes we cajole; other times we inspire or inform. We create jokes to entertain or puns that bring on groans....

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