Tag: writing
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Writing trauma scenes in fiction and non-fiction
When it comes to storytelling, one of the key distinctions between fiction and non-fiction books lies in the source of inspiration. Fiction books are born from the author’s imagination, where they have the freedom to create characters, settings, and events that may be entirely fictional. On the other hand, non-fiction books are based on real-life…
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Why fantasy is for everyone and how to tell your story
Written by: Tia Eley For my birthday my boyfriend took me to one of my favorites places on earth— a book store. But, this wasn’t just any bookstore. It was a bookstore that primarily carried titles by African American authors. You would have thought I was a kid in a candy shop. I bounced around…
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National Novel Writing Month: Tips and Tricks
National Novel Writing Month, also known as NaNoWriMo, is an annual event where writers from all over the world come together to write a novel in just one month. It’s a challenging task, but with the right mindset and tips, anyone can participate and succeed. I’ll never forget the first time I participated. One of…
