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6 mistakes newbie writers make
  • Feb 27, 2020
  • 5 min

6 mistakes newbie writers make

All writers make mistakes. It's how we figure out what process works for us. Here are 6 mistakes most newbie writers make.
5 ways to find a literary agent
  • Feb 2, 2020
  • 5 min

5 ways to find a literary agent

If you're going to tackle querying right, you need to build up a substantial list of agents. So let's talk about how to find them.
How to edit the first draft of your novel
  • Jan 9, 2020
  • 8 min

How to edit the first draft of your novel

First drafts are hard to write. They are even harder to edit. Here's a little guide on how to go about tackling those first edits.
Experiencing the 'flow' in writing
  • Nov 6, 2019
  • 3 min

Experiencing the 'flow' in writing

Have you ever settled in for a writing session and completely lost track of time? This is an experience we call ‘flow’.
NaNoWriMo: A survival guide
  • Oct 12, 2019
  • 6 min

NaNoWriMo: A survival guide

It’s that time of year again: NaNoWriMo! Time to bash out a novel in 30 days. Piece of cake, right? Here's my survival guide for conquer
What are the different types of editing?
  • Sep 26, 2019
  • 6 min

What are the different types of editing?

Your manuscript will require different levels of editing at different stages of its life. Here are the four types of editing you might have
5 more tips for writing your novel in Word
  • Sep 15, 2019
  • 5 min

5 more tips for writing your novel in Word

Word is a marvellous tool. We've already looked at five tips for using it to write your novel, so here are five more.
Preparing your manuscript for an editor or agent
  • Aug 30, 2019
  • 5 min

Preparing your manuscript for an editor or agent

If you hate self-editing, then I have some bad news: there’s no getting out of it. You have to do at least a little bit before sending your
Getting to know your publishing options
  • Jul 23, 2019
  • 5 min

Getting to know your publishing options

You’ve finished your book and you’re ready for the world to see it. Do you choose traditional, independent, vanity, or self-publishing?
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