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Point of View: Which POV Should You Use in Your Story?
Point of view is an important tool for every writer. The right POV is crucial to telling the right story. Read on to dive deeper into POV.

Iris Marsh
18 mei 20236 minuten om te lezen


What is the Theme of a Story & How can You Find it?
Theme is an essential element of stories. But what is a theme and how can you find it? Read more to find out what your story's theme is.

Iris Marsh
16 mei 20234 minuten om te lezen


What are the Types of Book Editing (and How do You Decide Which one You Need)?
Finishing your first draft is only step one. Next comes editing. But which types of book editing exist and which one do you need?

Iris Marsh
15 mei 20236 minuten om te lezen


Using Genre Conventions and Reader Expectations to Write a Killer Story
Genre conventions and reader expectations are the key ingredients for writing killer stories your readers will love. Read on to learn more!

Iris Marsh
5 mei 20235 minuten om te lezen


A Guide to Understanding Fiction Genres
Understanding fiction genres can help you when you're writing and editing your book. This article gives you a thorough overview.

Iris Marsh
26 apr 20235 minuten om te lezen


10 Dark Fantasy Romance Writing Prompts
Get inspired with some dark fantasy romance writing prompts. It's a popular genre with a mix between romance and danger.

Iris Marsh
27 mrt 20233 minuten om te lezen


The Cost of Proofreading (And Budget-Friendly Options)
Proofreading is the last check of your manuscript to find any errors. But how much does proofreading cost? Find out in this article.

Iris Marsh
13 mrt 20235 minuten om te lezen


The Cost of Copy Editing (And Budget-Friendly Options)
Hiring a copy editor for your manuscript comes with costs. But how expensive is copy editing? And are there budget-friendly options?

Iris Marsh
28 feb 20235 minuten om te lezen


8 Supernatural Thriller Writing Prompts
Supernatural thriller is an exciting genre. If you want to write a suspenseful paranormal story, check out these writing prompts for ideas.

Iris Marsh
24 jan 20232 minuten om te lezen


11 Paranormal Romance Writing Prompts
Paranormal romance is a popular sub-genre of romance that features the supernatural. Find inspiration to write a story in this genre.

Iris Marsh
19 jan 20233 minuten om te lezen


How to Use APA Citations in Your Nonfiction Book
Knowing how to cite your sources in your nonfiction book is important for credibility. Find my tips & tricks for APA referencing here.

Iris Marsh
17 jan 20235 minuten om te lezen


Em Dash, En Dash, and Hyphen: When Do You Use Them?
The em dash, en dash, and hyphen look a lot alike, but each has a different purpose. How do you use them correctly? Read on to find out.

Iris Marsh
12 jan 20235 minuten om te lezen


Active vs. Passive Voice in Writing: Which to Use?
You've undoubtedly heard the advice: never use passive voice in writing, use active voice. Is this always true? What's the difference?

Iris Marsh
5 jan 20233 minuten om te lezen


Books About Writing Fiction: Review of The Write Structure
Reading books about writing fiction is essential to increase your skills. The Write Structure is a great book for learning story structure.

Iris Marsh
12 dec 20224 minuten om te lezen


5 Common Mistakes Writers Make with Developmental Editing
Developmental editing mistakes are common for writers. Doing your own structural edit can be difficult. Learn here which mistakes to avoid.

Iris Marsh
23 nov 20225 minuten om te lezen


How to Know it’s Time to Get a Plot Critique and How to Find the Right Editor
A plot critique can give you insight into your story's strengths and weaknesses before you even begin writing. Read here if it's for you.

Iris Marsh
16 nov 20225 minuten om te lezen


The 9 Mistakes Most Writers Make When Trying to Plot Their Novel
Plotting mistakes are pretty common. In this article, you can find some of the mistakes authors make when outlining (and how to avoid them)

Iris Marsh
11 nov 20225 minuten om te lezen


How to Plot a Novel: The Ultimate & Easy Guide
Whether you're a pantser or a plotter, the method in this article will help you plot your novel.

Iris Marsh
2 nov 20226 minuten om te lezen


Atticus Software Review: Is This Book Writing & Formatting Tool Worth it?
Atticus offers an excellent alternative not only as a formatting tool but also as book writing software.

Iris Marsh
26 okt 20225 minuten om te lezen


Top 5 Writing & Editing Tools in 2022
The right writing and editing tools can make your job as a writer a lot easier. In this article, you can find my top 5 favorite tools.

Iris Marsh
19 okt 20225 minuten om te lezen
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