Over 300 Quality Writing articles, information and resources
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How
to Write a Personal Biography
Just about everyone
knows someone that has accomplished something
incredible in their lives, or knows someone
that has overcome an obstacle or just has a
great story to tell ... Click
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How
to Write My Own Lyrics
Do you dream of
creating song lyrics that not only tell your
story but touch the lives of others? If so,
you should consider writing your own lyrics ... Click
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Exploring
the Subject of Grants for Writers
Well, if you’re really serious
about your career then of course, you continue to live your dreams.
You find a way to make your dreams a reality and finding a grant
specifically for writers may in fact be the way to go. Here’s
5 tips to help you find a grant if you’re a writer... Click
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How
to Write Poems
If you have dreams
and aspirations of becoming the next William
Shakespeare or another famous poet then take
notice. Although writing poems isn’t
necessarily an easy skill to acquire, it can
in fact be done. In this article, we’ll
discuss how you can write poems that inspire
and motivate your readers. ... Click
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How
to Write a Reference
So, you’ve been asked to write
someone a reference? Well, that’s great news. They obviously
respect and admire your opinion. To make sure that you create a
great reference, we’ve put together 10 tips which are as follows... Click
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How
to Write A Sonnet
Creating sonnets
isn't exactly rock science however they do
take a bit of creativity and hard work to become
a “sonneteer”. So, whether you’re
hoping to be the next William Shakespeare or
just a good sonnet writer then you should definitely
read this article.... Click
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The Work Flow Cycle of the Editorial Industry
As an editorial professional, I'm sure you're aware of the market slump right now. What you may not be aware of is that this is due to more than just the economy.
Editorial work is ... Click to Read More
Editing Secrets
Once you've plotted out your book, developed the characters and written the last word of text, the real work begins. As busy editors are bombarded with hundreds or even thousands of submissions a year, it's ... Click to Read More
Interview with Suspense Author Peter Abrahams
Peter Abrahams is the author of thirteen novels, including "The Tutor," (Ballantine Books) "A Perfect Crime," (Ballantine Books), "The Fan" (Fawcett Books), and most recently, "Their Wildest Dreams" (Ballantine Books).Known for his sharp wit ... Click to Read More
Contest
Advice for Screenplay Writers
Introduction There are many screenplay contests
available to the aspiring screenwriter. These
contests can be a good avenue to getting one's
work noticed and/or make a sale. So, it's important
to make certain that ... Click
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6 Ways to Leverage Technical Articles
Technology vendors often contribute bylined articles to trade journals. The articles are great exposure for these companies but they don't come cheap – the trades rarely pay for these articles but the vendors spend time and ... Click to Read More
Speech WritingHow
To
Speech writing is a talent, and like playing basketball, it is a fact that some
people will do it better naturally than others. However, exactly like playing
sports of any kind, it is also something that that you can get better at with
practice. In this article I am going to explore several techniques as to how
you can improve your speech writing abilities ... Click to Read More
Want To Start a Publishing Revolution?
Calling all publishers, editors, journalists and freelance writers. It's time to breathe more life into your copy. Turn your articles into living pieces that spark measurable debate, get closer to your readers and engage their ... Click to Read More
Writing Without Style
Conditions of use: Editor: The following article is offered for free use in your ezine, print publication, or on your web site, as long as the content is not altered, and the copyright and author ... Click to Read More
Pairs/Groups
Of Words That Are Often Confused - Part 6 of 6
SALE, SAIL Sale is either offering something for purchase ("for sale")or offering it at a special price ("on sale"); sail is partof a ship or boat.SELL, CELLSell is to exchange for money; cell ... Click to Read More
Why We Don't Write Our Books
In the ten years that I’ve taught people how to get on with their books, I’ve noticed a phenomenon that I’ll call “Author’s Block.” Would-be writers can, indeed, sit down ... Click to Read More
Have You Plotted Your Story Before Writing It?
Creative Writing Tips –The writer, who doesn’t have the time to plot, always finds the time to rewrite. Sound familiar? I’ve been guilty of this too, back in the early days of my ... Click to Read More
Freelance Writing: A Career From Anywhere
An island in the Mediterranean. A beach in Africa. The east coast of New Zealand. What do all these locations have in common? A recent call for assistance from freelance writers elicited replies from every ... Click to Read More
An Appeal To The Bloggers!
Blogging is smart an art. Blog sites are the nicest portals which do aid people to unfurl their inundating mind streams, in umpteen aspects and share their ideas and experiences. It satiates several yearning hearts ... Click to Read More
Titles
(and Subtitles) Sell Books!
Does a title really sell a book? The short answer
is, yes. If a book does not attract a reader initially,
it will be overlooked and not purchased. The book
title is the element that ... Click
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Links to More Writing Articles on Anecdote.org
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Writing
1 - Including articles on the benefits of
keeping a personal journal, how to generate
story ideas and how to write an appealing letter.
Writing 2
- Including articles on how to write convincing
characters in romance novels, common writing
mistakes and how to overcome them, and contest
advice for screenplay writers.
Writing
3 - Including articles on how to break into
freelance writing, poetry markets to consider,
and what attitude you should have when you are
writing your bestseller!
Writing
4 - Including articles on how to promote
a book, how to write a great travel article
and how to pitch a story to an editor that will
have them begging for more!
Writing
5 - Including articles on how to move from
a novel format to a screenplay format, some
great ideas to generate non-fiction books, and
how to avoid rambling in dialogue.
Writing
6 - Including articles on how to stop struggling
and just get down to writing, how to take baby
steps in the writing process (but still see
results), and how to tap into the power of your
imagination.
Writing 7
- Including articles on the top ten mistakes
you can make when writing an ebook, tips on
using humor effectively in your writing, and
understanding editorial guidelines.
Writing 8
- Including articles on how to write your life
story, how to make a gift of your writing to
someone (for example a wedding present), and
how to write effectively for the internet.
Other Writing Resources
Here they are, the last of the submissions to the Unnamed Abstract Challenge
Here they are, the last of the submissions to the Unnamed Abstract Challenge:
My Charge, fiction by Counterfission.
Beyond the Storm, fiction by Emma L.
This Is a Poem, poetry by Joel Stein.
Longing,... New Non-Fiction
Here are the latest non-fiction submissions that made it through the selection process:
Rambling by Willy K. Constant movement, I cannot sit still, the blank screen stares back at me, taunting... New Fiction
At last the latest fiction from the slush file:
Omen by Karissa M.Every other Saturday, a group of thirty or so 15, 16 and 17 year-olds convened in the Anglican Church... Quote of the Week
Mary Gentle: . . . it matters that I get it right. That a sword weighs this much, and cuts like that, even if it's being handled by a... Quote of the Week
Joyce Carol Oates:
The practicing writer, the writer-at-work, the writer immersed in his or her project, is not an entity at all, let alone a person, but a curious melange...
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