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Episode 164: Literary Sins Infodumping
Don't publish the infodump!
It's easy to infodump even when you don't mean to, which is why editors and critique partners are so importan

Colleen Mitchell
Jan 285 min read
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Mastering the Art of Writing Transitions
Writing transitions can be the secret ingredient that elevates your storytelling. They guide your readers smoothly from one idea, scene, or

Shanna P. Lowe
Jan 222 min read
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Comparing Yourself to Other Writers: Why It’s Time to Stop
In the world of writing, it’s easy to feel like you’re always playing catch-up. Another author lands a major book deal, launches a...

Shanna P. Lowe
Dec 23, 20242 min read
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Eggcorns: Espresso, Expresso, and More
Language is a curious thing. It evolves, adapts, and sometimes, it trips us up. Enter the delightful world of eggcorns—those charmingly inco

Shanna P. Lowe
Dec 19, 20243 min read
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Episode 157: Recommended Writing Craft Books
Where do you start when it comes to books on writing craft? A simple search on Amazon for "writing craft books" brings up over 70,000 result

Colleen Mitchell
Dec 10, 20244 min read
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Plot-Driven Dialogue: The Key to Keeping Your Story on Track
Dialogue is more than just characters talking—it’s a tool to shape your story, reveal characters, and move the plot forward. Plot-driven dia

Shanna P. Lowe
Dec 9, 20242 min read
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Ten Little Ways to Celebrate Reaching a Writing Goal
Celebrate writing goals with treats, walks, hobbies, and more to stay motivated, boost creativity, and prevent burnout. Keep writing fun!

Shanna P. Lowe
Jul 14, 20243 min read
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The Three Biggest Mistakes Authors Make On Their Covers
Your book cover is your first impression in self-publishing. Don't make these three critical mistakes when publishing your book.

Halie Fewkes
Jul 10, 20242 min read
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5 Habits Every Writer Can Benefit From
Develop these habits for a better writing journey: self-care, positive thinking, self-comparison, flexible timing, and seeking support.
S.P. Lowe
Jul 10, 20242 min read
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The Author Coach: Your Guide to Literary Success
An author coach helps writers reach their literary goals by providing guidance, motivation, and support in all areas of writing.
S.P. Lowe
Jul 8, 20242 min read
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20 Fun and Out-of-the-Box Questions to Flesh Out Your Protagonist
Explore 20 fun and out-of-the-box questions to deepen your understanding of your protagonist.
S.P. Lowe
Jul 6, 20243 min read
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So You Finished Your Book! Here's What To Do Next
Starting Your Publishing Journey So now that you have written your draft, you might be wondering what comes next. Don’t be in a huge...

Halie Fewkes
Jul 4, 20244 min read
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Overcoming Writer's Block
What Is Writer's Block? Writer's block is that dreaded obstacle many writers face: the inability to generate new ideas or progress in...

Halie Fewkes
Jul 3, 20242 min read
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What is Tally Ink, and Can it Really Help with Writing, Editing, AND Publishing?
What is Tally Ink? Tally Ink is a platform dedicated to helping authors achieve their writing goals through various challenges and...

Halie Fewkes
Jul 3, 20242 min read
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