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Artificial intelligence writing, more commonly called AI writing, is everywhere on the Internet. If you are starting a new blog, it is very tempting. It’s so easy to generate blog posts and articles in just a few seconds. All you need to do is provide a few topic sentences or paragraph headings. Then an AI…
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The verb to get is one of the most common words in English. We use it all the time when we speak, but it’s sometimes better to find alternative verbs in writing. Good writing is always about variety and finding the right words. But because this verb has so many meanings and functions, it’s easy…
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If you are a new writer or considering giving writing a try, you have plenty of opportunities today to start writing and publishing. Discovering how to express yourself and find readers involves a few learning curves. But there is nothing to stop you. As long as you are motivated and willing to learn, you can…
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All authors need to share a book manuscript file before publishing a book. You might need to send a copy to your editor, proofreader, or beta readers or a submission to a publisher or literary agent. But you need to be aware that sending your precious manuscript as an email attachment is an unsafe way…
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When you mince your words, you are not getting to the point, or you are speaking indirectly or vaguely. We use the expression in the negative form mostly. You might tell someone to stop mincing words and speak more clearly. But we generally associate the word mince with food when we grind, hash or chop…
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For most writers, the hardest part of writing is right here. It’s the start, the beginning, the opening. It’s finding an idea, the first words, and the first sentence. All types of writing have a beginning, so it’s the same for every writer. You might be writing a book, an article, a poem, or an…
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It’s often a temptation to use foreign phrases in a novel to add authenticity. If you set your story in Paris, for example, adding some dialogue in French might seem like a good idea. However, there are some traps that you can fall into that could have a negative effect on your readers. When you…
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Yes, it’s very easy to self-publish a book if you are a new author. All you need is a computer with an Internet connection, your manuscript in a Word docx file, and a book cover image. Once you create an account with a publishing platform, you are ready to publish your first book. Self-publishing an…
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De-escalate or deescalate? Which is the correct spelling? It’s a tricky one because of the problem with two Es. Most dictionaries recommend using the hyphenated form, de-escalate. The word escalate first appeared in English when it related to the invention of the escalator in 1900. But did you know that the opposite or negative form…
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One of the most frequent questions new authors ask is how to check the reputation of a book publisher. With so many publishing options today, including unsolicited offers to publish your book, it can be challenging to know who you can trust. A new author can ask questions on social media or blog comments, which…
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