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Writing and Point of View: 2 Must-Know Elements

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Point of view can be tricky for new authors. It can also be tricky for seasoned writers, avoiding the sneaky head-hopping.

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Writing the World Around You by Paying Attention

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As an author, you need to pay attention to the world and people around you. It will give you lots of fodder for your stories.

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Write for the Reader, Not for Yourself

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As a writer you know what you intend. You know everything about your characters: the setting, the theme, and so on. But are you writing your story in such a way that the reader is privy to what she needs to keep up with the story? Are you writing for the reader?

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The Author and Copywriting

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Every author needs to write marketing content that helps sell what you’re offering or helps build your emails list, or other. That’s where copywriting comes in.

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3 Ways Writing Builds Strength

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Whether it’s your business or a hobby, writing helps you stay mentally active. It’s a great way to challenge our grey matter.

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What’s Stopping You From Becoming a Children’s Author?

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A large number of people want to be author of a children’s book, but there are a number of reasons why their dreams never get fulfilled. Find out three of the top reasons for this.

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Submitting to an Editor or Literary Agent? 6 Things to Watch For

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Any journey you’re about to go on, takes planning, preparation, and then execution. It’s the same with submitting your manuscript to an editor or literary agent.

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Your Story Beginning

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The beginning of your story is essential to get the reader involved and connected with the protagonist. So, how should you start it?

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Common Children’s Author Mistakes, Big and Small

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What are some of the most common children’s author mistakes when writing? The very first mistake is a weak plot.

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Series Writing – Charting the Details

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Thinking of writing a children’s book series? If you are, it’s essential to chart the details. To start, you should keep a separate notebook of file for each book, and …

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