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"Do I Have Writing Talent?" It's A Mistaken Question
Over the years, many people have asked me to look at their writing. "I need to know, do I have talent or not," they say. "Then I'll know if I should pursue writing or stick to accounting." Their request is seriously flawed, I'd reply.
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Young Writers
If you are between the ages of 8 to 18 and love to write, be it short stories, plays or poems, then you are a young writer. For the writer nothing is more satisfying than finishing a story, play, poem etc. In fact some young writers decide to make it thei
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Writing Success: What Does It Mean To You?
Like most creative professions the question of a qualified success in writing is not easy to concentrate into one definitive answer. Just as there are a multitude of writing styles, so too are there many examples of writing success. Examples 1. "I
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Writing Style: Are You A Real Writer?
I hear it all the time from my students and at the seminars and workshops I lead. The writers that I work with are excited to work with a "real" writer. Most people define a "real" writer as one who is published. Therefore I, with thre
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Writing Process: One Size Does Not Fit All
Developing an individual writing process is a key part of becoming a real writer. If you want to learn and grow as a writer then you must work to develop a unique writing process. If you want to be a more productive writer and for your work to improve the
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Writing Press Releases - Getting It Right
For freelance writers, knowing how to create a press release is essential, and mastery of its key rules can be acquired with the right level of dedication, commitment and advice.
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Writing Past Fear: 10 Ways To Stop Worrying And Start Writing
Many people claim that they want to write. Most won't because of a giant monster called FEAR. It looms over individuals and paralyzes them. “What if I'm no good?” “ What if I'm wasting my time?” “What if...” “What if...” “What if...” Fear creates these never-en
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Writing Help: You Should Use Your Calendar To Improve Your Writing
Many of my students shrug their shoulders at the beginning of the semester when I tell them that time is their best friend. Just like my students, too many writers struggle with their writing because they treat time as a four letter word. However time is
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Writing Help: Improve Your Writing By Not Writing
Every writer needs some help with their writing. Every writer can improve their writing. One simple technique you can use to improve your writing and better develop your writing process is to spend less time writing and more time thinking about your writi
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Writing Children's Books: Take Chances To Get Published
In an editorial several years ago, I described a tree house in the backyard of a local restaurant. I wrote, "The entire structure has been pieced together from recycled lumber, much of which still bears the paint, logos or posters of the original wal
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Writing And Walking – Beating Writer's Block
Writing and walking are a seemingly odd mix of topics for an article, but they go well together. Particularly if you write during breaks in your walk.
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Writing Advice From The Experts Part #3
You must be prepared to work always without applause. - Ernest Hemingway Much of the wisdom available from established authors may be surprising in it's honesty and straightforward nature. The reason this is likely true is the authors in question have ha
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Writing Advice From The Experts Part #2
The most valuable of talents is never using two words when one will do. - Thomas Jefferson There are many books that provide tips and guidance for publishing success. This series of articles takes you directly to a trusted source of wisdom – established
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Writing Advice From The Experts Part #1
One must be drenched in words, literally soaked in them, to have the right ones form themselves into the proper pattern at the right moment. - Hart Crane Some of the best advice for writers in the 21st century comes from those who have seen their success
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Write The Bestseller-kind-of-novel
“TAKE THE MYTH OUT OF BESTSELLER, AND WRITE YOU ONE!” When we see the word "Bestseller," it usually means selling a great number of books, starting around 30-50 thousand copies. Certain bookstores report the sales to certain lists and the book
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