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A Writers Inner Battle


There is a psychological nuisance so powerful that can deflate the drive, self-esteem, and human spirit of many aspiring Writers of any age. These Writers are faced with an obstacle that make them stop, think twice and question their right to be a part of a respected community.

How To Write for the Web


The Scanning ReaderWriting for the Web is different than writing for print. The differences are slight but significant.

Its All About YOU!


The Hottest Word on the WebDid you know marketing people and copywriters are developing a science about writing for readers in this new medium called the Web? In fact, they use carefully selected words to catch a reader's attention. Here are a few:NewTrueAuthoritySexualGuaranteedBonusFirstQuickNowCatchFastPersonalSpiritualSuccessFreeThese words are not in any order of importance or frequency.

How to Write Words Worth a Thousand Pictures


Our Image-Driven SocietyWe live in a new image-driven society. It can be hard on writers unless they learn to connect with today's readers.

Writing Good Dialogue.


There's nothing that kills a scene like hackneyed dialogue. Just stop and think about the average B-Grade Hollywood Movie.

Vital Verbs


Remember back in the dark days of your school years when you had to learn the parts of speech? A noun is the name of a person, place, or thing. When asked what a verb was, you smugly answered, A verb is a word that indicates action, or some such definition.

Writing Without Style


Style manuals are all well and good, and in fact, highly desirable for newspapers. The average reading level of newspaper readers is the sixth grade.

Write Your Life


Take out a white piece of paper and place it on your kitchen table. You now have two choices.

New York Code Orange Jaisini New Art Series


The creativity of Jaisini is not designed to be preaching or too critical. Paul Jaisini reached his level of mastership to know exactly that life is worth living to look in the future having no regrets about the past.

Nobody Likes A Rambler


We all know people who ramble. They include every boring and insignificant detail, speak in five-minute-long sentences and take forever to get to the point.

Learn to Write Like a Pro


Many writers write for the experience. Others dream of having a number one best seller.

How to Come Up with Fresh Story Ideas


How to Come Up with Fresh Story Ideas When Your Well has Been Tapped DryWhen I face the desolate impossibility of writing 500 pages, a sick sense of failure falls on me, and I know I can never do it. Then gradually, I write one page and then another.

Dialogue Tags - A Study in Common Errors


Verb and SubjectIncorrect:"I bet you two had a fine time," said Ben.When using tags, it's unusual to have the verb before the subject.

Create A Dream Diary


How many times have you forced yourself to sit in front of a computer and waited for inspiration to strike?Most of us at some point, whether just starting out or even an experienced published writer, have suffered from the proverbial writers block or have struggled to kick-start their creativity.Sometimes ideas just flow and writing our article or story is easy.

Writing for Local Veterinary Hospitals


Freelance writer STANLEY BURKHARDT has a passion for animals. He loves animals so much, he crafted himself a new career.

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