You might wonder whether writing software and apps can actually make you a better writer. With so many tools available today for drafting, editing, organising, and even generating ideas and text, it’s easy to assume the right software could improve your writing skills. I’ve used many writing tools over the years, and they can certainly…
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How-to advice is great for fixing a coffee machine, but far less useful when it comes to writing a book. Sure, the advice to have an outline, use it, and write 750 words a day sounds logical. However, writing a book is not a logical, repeatable process. I’ve written eighteen books, and no two followed…
You’ve probably read a lot of writing advice saying that you should avoid using very long sentences because it increases the level of difficulty for readers, especially in a world where attention spans are much shorter, and small screen reading is increasing, but does the reduced frequency of simply using a period (or full stop)…
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In fiction writing, telling verbs often flatten a sentence, causing you to miss opportunities to show action. It’s easy to overuse verbs like was, seemed, felt, or had because they quickly summarize or move the story along. Whenever possible, replace them with more descriptive, action-based alternatives. In other words, show the reader instead of telling.…
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How do you know if your sentence structure is working? Can you really tell if your writing has enough variety? The problem is that it’s incredibly difficult to spot issues in your own writing. Repetitive patterns, uneven flow, and awkward sentence lengths often slip by unnoticed. But there’s a simple way to see exactly what’s…
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Most new writers don’t struggle with writing, but they can feel overwhelmed by the nearly infinite lists of writing terms, grammar concepts, and literary devices. If you’re finding your feet, you’ve probably already come across dozens, like show, don’t tell, passive voice, syntax, and point of view. Here’s a tip for new writers: it’s easy…
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Echo words in writing are repeated words that can slip into your text without you even noticing. But when they appear too close together, they can really stand out for readers. Too much repetition can make sentences and paragraphs feel flat or awkward. The good news is that spotting these repetitive words doesn’t have to…
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Does your latest draft sound like AI writing? It’s not as unlikely as you might think. Even when you write everything yourself, certain patterns like repetition, safe phrasing, or predictable structures can make your work feel a little robotic. And readers are getting better at spotting those signals. The good news is that you can…
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You’ve probably heard “show, don’t tell” a hundred times, but what does it really mean for your writing? Are you supposed to delete and replace every emotion word or turn all your sentences into long descriptions? Identifying the difference between showing and telling isn’t always easy. If you struggle to find telling in your writing,…
Most new authors start a novel with a dream, but without a goal. Unless you have a concrete plan, “someday” becomes a moving target that rarely actually arrives. How long does it really take to write a book? The answer depends entirely on your pace, your genre’s word count goals, and how many “life just…
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