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 Fearless Writing By William Kenower
The Writer's Life

A Writer’s Job Is to Persevere: Not Stopping at 96

Eugenia Lovett West, who's still actively writing and publishing at age 96, takes perseverance to the next level.

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Tips for Writing About Controversial Topics in Fiction

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and bestselling novelist Bryan Gruley offers his best tips for writing about controversial topics—social, political and otherwise—in your fiction.

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Most writers aspire to publish a book that will remain popular among future generations of readers. Gary McPherson offers five things to consider if you want your book to remain relevant for years after its release.

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How to Create a Successful Protagonist

Learn how to create a successful protagonist for your fiction by looking at what drives protagonists in stories and connects them with readers.

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6 Tips for Successful Comedy Writing

  • By Chelsea Henshey
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  • By Cris Freese
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How to Use Surprise to Build Suspense

  • By Chelsea Henshey
    Apr 1, 2016
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  • By Cris Freese
    Mar 26, 2016
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Comedy Writing Secrets: Triple the Funny

  • By Chelsea Henshey
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How to Connect on Twitter Without Selling Out Your Community

  • By Robert Lee Brewer
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How the 2015 October Platform Challenge Changed My Platform

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The Five Cardinal Sins of Description

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The Mastery Path: For Writers Who Want to Be Great

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My Writing Wife: The Unusual Writing Partnership of Dylan Landis and Heather Sellers

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    Apr 23, 2015
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    Apr 21, 2015
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    Mar 27, 2015
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