As a writer, you’re constantly bombarded with advice—some helpful, some not so much. But some of the “writing truths” we hear are more like myths designed to hold you back. These lies about writing can make you feel like you’re not good enough or that you’re not doing it right, but here’s the truth: writing […]
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Welcome back to the GRIT series! Are you hanging in there? As a creator, you’ll face countless hurdles. Self-doubt, writer’s block, and those days when you’d rather do anything except write (hello, Netflix). But here’s the thing—successful writers don’t stop when things get tough. They keep pushing forward. They embrace the grind and get stuff
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Hey, Better Writers! Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been at it for a while, chances are you’ve faced that nagging voice telling you your writing isn’t good enough. The plot feels flat, the characters are one-dimensional, the dialogue just doesn’t pop. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Every writer struggles with insecurity at some
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Hey, Better Writers! You’ve written the novel, wrestled with your critique partners, and revised until your manuscript is a polished gem. Now, you’re ready to send it out into the world—cue the confetti—but wait… what’s this? Literary agents want a query letter, the first 10 pages, AND a synopsis? Hold up. How on earth are
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Hey, traditional publishing hopefuls! Still holding off on submitting your queries to literary agents? You’ve got your pitch down, your query letter is sparkling, but those opening pages… maybe not quite where you want them to be? Well, fear not! Here’s 5 strategies to hook an agent in 10 pages or less: 1. A compelling
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Hey, busy writers! Finally sending out those queries to agents? If not, what’s holding you back? Oh, yes, there’s so much to prepare—your query letter, your opening pages, a 1-2 page synopsis… And don’t forget that one thing that always trips us up: the pitch. You know, that 1-3 sentence summary of your 300-400-page manuscript?
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Hey, busy writers! Happy New Year! Whether you’re still riding the high of finishing that manuscript or you’re just diving into your new year goals, it’s time to talk about something that might have you feeling a little anxious—the query letter. You know, the all-important letter you send out to literary agents when you’re looking
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Hey, busy writers! How’s the revision process treating you? We get it—you want that manuscript to be perfect for your future agent, publisher, and all those eager readers (not to mention your mom). But trimming the fat can be a nightmare. Don’t worry, Better Writing in 5 is here to help! You’ve probably heard the
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Hey, busy writers! How are those stories coming along? With the new year upon us, it’s the perfect time to dig into fresh, exciting projects—or finally tackle those shiny, new goals, like querying your dream agent or even self-publishing your first book. But where should you start? How about with your character? Crafting a unique
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Let’s face it: you’re a writer with a million ideas swirling around your head, and you’re trying to squeeze them all into one story. But here’s the catch: the more you add, the slower you write. A complicated plot can bog you down with endless twists, subplots, and world-building details. If you want to speed
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