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Why accepting writing feedback makes your book stronger

June 16, 2022June 16, 2022 by Kathryn Tamburri

Have you ever received book feedback that maybe wasn’t your favorite? You don’t have to take it all, but you don’t want to discount every critique. Here’s why.

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What’s an Ideal Reader and how to find them

June 9, 2022June 14, 2022 by Kathryn Tamburri

Ah, the elusive Ideal Reader. I have heard tales of such a creature. What is an Ideal Reader and how do you find them? Let’s take a look at some tricks.

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How to diagnose a scene to end writer’s block

May 22, 2022May 22, 2022 by Kathryn Tamburri

Sometimes writer’s block isn’t about what’s in front of you. Sometimes, it’s what’s already written, holding you back. Let’s diagnose a scene.

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Different types of book readers and when you need them.

May 15, 2022May 15, 2022 by Emmy Seal

Alpha? Beta? ARC? When I first started writing these terms were a little confusing. I knew they were types of book readers but I wasn’t sure how they worked.

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Passive Voice: What NOT to fix in your story

April 5, 2022April 15, 2022 by Kathryn Tamburri

Did you know there are times you should KEEP passive voice in your novel, writers? Here’s how to tell the difference between what you should fix or leave be.

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Common Grammar Mistakes & How to Avoid Them (Part 2)

April 4, 2022April 4, 2022 by Brigid Levi

Rather than inundate you with every grammar rule in one post, you get a second blog with common grammar mistakes. You’re welcome. Let’s dive right in, friends!

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What is a writing critique group and how to get started

February 11, 2022February 15, 2022 by Abby Harding

A group could be in person or online; the group may meet once a month or once a week–whatever meets the needs and desires of the members. However they choose to meet, what matters most is a commitment to building each other up and to help hone skills and grow community.

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What Beta Readers do and how to use them well

February 10, 2022February 15, 2022 by Brigid Levi

Beta readers are a writer’s secret weapon. In the early editing stages, they can add valuable insight to your manuscript before querying agents. But if you’re a writer just starting out, you may be wondering what beta readers do, and when to seek them out.

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Plottr Demo: How to use Plottr and other fantastic features

February 2, 2022February 16, 2022 by Shell Sherwood

One of our favorite book planning programs at Moms Who Write is Plottr. You’ve probably heard of these writing tools, maybe you’re familiar with Plottr specifically. Maybe you even bought it but you’re not sure what to do with it.

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5 Types of Book Editors: Which do you need?

January 29, 2022February 16, 2022 by Brigid Levi

In book publishing, there are 5 major types of editors you’ll come across. It’s important to understand the function of each so you can make informed decisions on which you need and when you need them.

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