There was a time when I couldn’t write on a computer at all. I could get down endless thoughts with pen and paper—even if trying to read it later was like deciphering an ancient script. My handwriting is terrible. But if I were to sit down at a computer and try to type out what…
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Believable Dialogue: How to Craft Natural and Authentic Conversations
No one likes reading stilted, contrived dialogue. We want to feel like the characters are unscripted—genuine. But it’s quite the trick to write believable dialogue like that while we are literally writing the script. So, how do you do it? Every character and situation uniquely combine and necessitate their own rules for this sort of…
The best books for celebrating National Thesaurus Day
It’s National Thesaurus Day! I love a good thesaurus, and there are so many new ones to choose from to help you craft your story. Here are some favorites.
How to Write Compelling Dialogue
For those who struggle to write compelling dialogue that sounds like actual people talking, this one’s for you! We got some of the best tips to help you out.
What if you didn’t meet your writing goals for 2022?
I didn’t meet any of my writing goals this year. Not even close. But I’m not ashamed, and you shouldn’t be either. Let me tell you why.
A How-To Guide for Structuring Dialogue
Structuring dialogue can be anxiety-inducing when you try to remember all the rules—and there a quite a few. Don’t worry we’ll help walk you through it.
How to Make a Book Aesthetic
Creating a book aesthetic can be a valuable tool to keep you inspired and motivated while writing your story. Here’s how our Admin team puts theirs together!
Em Dashes vs. En Dashes: How to Use Each
Some authors just avoid dashes. We get it. The truth is the difference between em dashes vs. en dashes is very clear and concise. Let me show you the rules.
How to use a semicolon correctly in your story
How the heck do you use a semicolon? It’s not quite a comma or a period, so what are you supposed to do with it? Let us help you out with that one. Here we go!
Grammar Rules for Colons: How to avoid misuse
What are the rules for colons? How do you know when to substitute for something else? There are so many options for these two little dots. Let’s explore a few.