Writing

  • Many believe there are only seven basic plots. What amazes me are the variations on those plots writers come up with—the twists and leaps they make within those structures. As a freelance editor, I see manuscripts in all shapes and sizes. One conclusion is unmistakable—those who work with me are all creative people. But what…

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  • It’s easy to let your writing go and have projects pile up. Here are 10 easy things you can do to clear some space on your desktop. 10. Keep it simple You have many ongoing writing projects. Prioritize and be realistic. 9. Break it down Do you need to brainstorm a new story? Have you…

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  • If you’re writing an article for a magazine or a novel your end goal is to have what you wrote read and understood. Why is it, then, that when you have a friend or critique group member read a piece they sometimes don’t get it? Are they just thick? Could be you have an issue…

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