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How do you fix plot holes?
"Hello, I was writing my book and I realised that I had two plot holes that need fixing. I am not good at fixing plot holes so I tried to find something in the reading room about it but there was nothing there yet. Can you help?" Plot holes are a natural part of the...
Breaking Down the Key Lessons of Stephen King’s ‘On Writing’
In On Writing, his seminal work on the craft of creative writing, Stephen King said, "Writing isn’t about making money, getting famous, getting dates, getting laid, or making friends. In the end, it’s about enriching the lives of those who will read your work, and...
How do you research an unfamiliar industry?
"How to do research for a story set in a field you know very little about (the film, music industry, sports like basketball...)?" The adage “write what you know” is often bandied about like it’s something deeply meaningful. It’s the one piece of writing advice I’ve...
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What’s the best way to edit my writing without feeling overwhelmed?
"How do I know when I've done enough editing and my story's actually ready to show to other people? I always feel like there's more I could fix, but at some point, I don't know if I'm overthinking it or if it really still needs work." There is no scarier feeling for a...
How do I get my writing noticed by others?
"I've finished my novel and I'm ready to share it with the world, but I have no idea where to start. How do I get my writing noticed? Social media feels overwhelming, and I don't know what actually works." When you write for yourself, when the writing is finished,...
How do I stay motivated as a writer in a post-AI world?
"I'm starting to write more to become a freelance author, but every time I get excited about publishing my works or people finding the stories I'm writing, I remember that AI exists and most people are using that for writing, art, and everything in between. It's...
