Category: Writing Tips
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Tips for Writing Compelling Dialogue that Rings True
In fiction writing, believable and compelling dialogue is one of the most important, yet often most challenging, skills to hone. It’s integral to developing characterization, ‘showing’ instead of ‘telling,’ and organically pushing the action forward. Dialogue allows readers to get to know your characters. It provides a chance to see how the characters interact with…
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Unleashing Your Book’s Potential: Creative Strategies for Book Marketing
When writers and I start working together to finish their books, I always emphasize the immense value of completing the writing process. Many writers face the challenge of starting but never finishing their books, and I firmly believe that every completed book deserves a chance to shine. Even after the hard work of finishing a…
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The Importance of Authenticity in Writing
As a writing coach, I have the opportunity to help many writers develop their manuscript. A big part of that process includes identifying their own unique writing voice; their authenticity. In fact, one of the first things I tell them is that it’s important for me to help them communicate their message in a way…
