The first task of writing may be creating an outline, getting your thoughts and ideas down on paper, or just diving into the actual writing. But at some point, it’s time to sit back and read what you’ve written, and like many writers, you find parts of your text that just ain’t right. What do
The moment you decided to write something, you make a number of tacit promises to your readers (assuming that there will be some). And your work isn’t finished until you fulfill those promises. Share This:
If you’re a new writer, there’s something you need to know. Your first draft will almost certainly be worse than any other drafts you create. Share This:
Formatting a book for printing requires more thought and work than publishing an electronic book (e-book). Following are some things you need to think about. Share This:
There are many routes to getting a finished first draft. What’s important to understand is that your first draft is almost never your final draft. Share This:
There’s a current vogue about tidying up and decluttering one’s home or life. But sometimes, writers also need to do some decluttering to make reading easier on their audience. Share This:
Almost all grammar books describe how to correctly use commas. But here are some situations where a comma would be in the wrong place. Share This:
Just like a graphic designer or an agent, an editor should be part of a writer’s team. The editor’s job is to work with you to produce the best possible product. Share This:
In principle it’s easy—just put two or more words together to create a new “word”. However, it’s not that straightforward. Following are some guidelines to make sure your writing is as effective as possible. Share This:
A cliché or is an expression, phrase, or sentence that has lost its originality and impact because of overuse. Share This: