Write well. Write often. Edit wisely.
A style sheet is an easy way to manage consistency in a manuscript. Writer or editor, consider putting together a style sheet for every project.
Even though it’s often ignored, the semicolon has important uses that other punctuation marks can’t handle. Learn where and where not to use the semicolon.
Are there writing basics that every writer should master? Of course. Learn the elements of fiction and how they interact to create memorable stories.
Punctuating dialogue correctly can help readers follow your story with fewer distractions. Check out the rules of dialogue punctuation.
Every writer can self-edit. And should. Learn a few self-editing tips every writer should be practicing.
Repetition is a strong tool for a fiction writer. It can draw attention to a clue, it can create mood and stir emotion, it can emphasize with only a word. Yet repetition can also annoy the reader. Discover the power of repetition.