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Writing fiction as a non-native speaker

Make the most of your fiction as a non-native speaker. Here's how.
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How to avoid info dumps

Info dumps can stifle your prose and take the reader out of the story. Here's how to tackle them.
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Don't make these 5 common mistakes in dialogue

To craft great dialogue, avoid making these 5 common mistakes.
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Dialogue in storytelling

Dialogue can make or break your story. Here's why it matters.
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Objects in storytelling

Objects are powerful tools that elevate your storytelling to the next level. Here's how:
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A secret to better writing

Do you already know about the secret ingredient that will boost your writing?
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Writer's toolkit #2: Writing Apps & Software

In the era of writing apps, tools and software, choose the ones that will benefit you most. Check out my cherry-picked recommendations.
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Revise your manuscript in 3 steps

Make revisions less painful by following this three-step revision process.
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The Setting as a Character

Settings are travel tickets and if you treat them as a character, they will do a lot of the heavy-lifting in your story.
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Tackling Feedback

Getting feedback is never easy, but there are a few things you can do to make sure it helps you hone your craft. Here's how.
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