Perhaps you’ve always entertained the idea that you’d like to try your hand at writing, but you’ve never followed through on it because of self-doubt. You think: Me? A writer? Well, I’m probably not good enough to do that. The thing to remember is that most, if not all, writers experience similar doubts at some … Read more
Just as your body needs regular exercise to stay fit, as a writer, you also need to exercise your mind. Especially if you’re a fiction writer, challenging yourself with creative writing projects helps keep your mind in great shape. There are many ways to boost your creative writing skills, such as using topic or sentence … Read more
For many authors, helping readers establish connections between the past and present is their favorite part of the writing process. In some cases, a story about a bygone era can evoke certain images, ideas and memories in a reader’s mind that bring the past to life. It can also spark a desire to know more … Read more
Most writers would agree that the process of creating a story for others to read is a rewarding yet challenging experience. If you’re a writer, you no doubt can also relate to being overly critical of your own work. That’s why it helps to seek feedback from others, be it avid readers amongst your family … Read more
There are many things you can do to improve your writing skills. From developing a writing schedule to practicing with creative writing prompts or taking classes online, every writer has room for improvement and there are plenty of helpful resources available. One thing that many writers overlook that can help refine and boost skills is … Read more
There are many forms of writing, yet there’s something that all writing genres have in common. Whether you’re a copywriter, fiction writer or (insert type of writing here), there’s always a certain level of creativity needed to be successful. Another issue that knows no boundaries within all categories is that, sometimes, writers don’t “feel” all … Read more
If you write in a professional capacity, either part time or full time, you could probably benefit from increasing your productivity. There are many talented writers in the world, and that’s okay. In fact, it’s wonderful because it makes reading a lot more interesting. It also means that becoming a novelist or a copywriter or … Read more
There’s a fine balance in writing where an author draws a reader in but doesn’t overwhelm him or her with too much of anything at once. Careful development of a scene holds a reader’s interest, but it can also allow “breathing room,” so the story moves at a comfortable pace. If you stick with one … Read more
Particularly for fiction writers, it’s not uncommon for there to be mentions of colors in a story. Whether you’re describing a setting, a person’s clothing, the sky or any number of other objects, you might incorporate a color to “drive the point home.” We often talk about keeping your writing concise, clear and simple here … Read more
Before submitting a manuscript in the hopes of getting it published, it’s important to make sure that you, as the writer, have helped it achieve its full potential. It’s always best to carefully proofread and edit the material, preferably several times. In fact, it’s helpful to take advantage of a professional pre-submission review or developmental … Read more