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Best Writing Books

18 of the Very Best Writing Books of All Time

Here are 18 of the best writing books that don’t force your novel into a cookie-cutter mold. These writing books teach you how to channel your passions into a solid product, troubleshoot issues, and build an author’s mindset. Start learning the craft of writing by getting that idea on paper while it’s still hot. Then …

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Complement vs. Compliment - Feature

Complement vs. Compliment: What’s the Difference?

Compliment vs complement… Both of these words often confuse writers. The words are homophones, or words that sound the same but have different meanings.  Not only that, they are spelled almost the same, except for that pesky E and I in the middle. If you want to avoid common writing mistakes, understanding the difference between …

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Terrible Writing Advice

Terrible Writing Advice: 21 Common Mistakes You Must Avoid

I’ve collected lots of terrible writing advice over the years from talks, seminars, courses, and books. It’s easy to find good writing advice for self-publishing, writing a book or earning more money as a freelance or nonfiction writer.  But what about terrible writing advice? What bad advice should you avoid if you want to become …

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