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How to structure paragraphs in your novel

Starting paragraphs by instinct can be correct, but sometimes it’s not. Find out how to nail it every time....
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How to find an editor for your book

Needing good editing for your manuscript is one thing, but finding a good editor is another. Here are some tips....
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How much does editing cost?

A manuscript intended for publication should always receive professional editing. Learn what prices to expect....
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3 quick tips to avoid POV violations in your book

Explore three quick tips to avoid POV violations and drastically increase the quality of your manuscript....
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How to avoid or fix repetitive sentence and paragraph structure in your writing

Find out how to improve your writing by avoiding or fixing repetitive sentence and paragraph structure....
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The 50 most common grammar and spelling mistakes and how to avoid them

Learn how to increase the quality of your writing by avoiding the 50 most common grammar and spelling mistakes....
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10 red flags for telling in your writing

Discover the 10 red flags that help you recognize when you’re telling instead of showing in your writing....
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How to avoid overused body language in your writing

An important part of showing instead of telling is using body language. But overuse should be avoided. Learn how....
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How to find and cut overused, repeated, and filler words from your writing

Learn how to tighten your writing by cutting overused, repeated, and filler words to make your stories better....
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The 3 different types of editing

Discover the three different types of editing and why they are all important....
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Why do you need an editor?

Some self-published authors and some small publishers try to cut costs by skipping the editing. Find out why that's a bad idea....
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12 tips on how to name your characters

Finding the right name for your characters can be a daunting task. Here are twelve tips to make it easier....
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