Create a New Human-esque Race
Create a new human-esque race and describe it as thoroughly as possible. Be sure to describe appearance, culture, values, beliefs, etc.
Post your response (500 words or less) in the comments below.
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Former Writer's Digest managing editor Zachary Petit shares his list of 15 things a writer should never do, based on interviews with successful authors as well as his own occasional literary forays and flails.
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WD Presents: The 3 Prime Rules of Horror Writing, Contest Deadlines, and More!
Welcome to the first installment of a new series! There's always so much happening in the Writer's Digest universe that even staff members have trouble keeping up. So we're going to start collecting what's on the horizon to make it easier for everyone to know what's happening and when.
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Romance author Michelle Major explains her three go-to tips for ensuring your characters have believable chemistry.