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Is A Split Infinitive Still A Grammar Mistake In Writing? – by Derek Haines…

Originally posted on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog:
on Just Publishing Advice: Almost every style guide will tell you should avoid the split infinitive. But is this generalised rule always valid? We all know the famous Star Trek…

How to use quote marks in fiction writing – by Louise Harnby…

Originally posted on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog:
Here’s how to use quote marks (or speech marks) according to publishing convention in your fiction writing. The guidance covers both US English and UK English conventions. In this post,…

The pros and cons of using editing programs #amwriting

Originally posted on Life in the Realm of Fantasy:
A number of people have asked me about editing programs, and if I use them in my own work. I do–but also, I don’t. I rely on my knowledge of grammar…

“Show, Don’t Tell”: What the &%(#$@ Does That Mean?

Here’s another excellent post from Writers in the Storm, this one by guest blogger @LoriAnnFreeland. Freeland shows both graphically and verbally how to apply “Show, Don’t Tell” in our writing–she calls these “The Three Most Misunderstood Words in a Writer’s … Continue reading →

Writing in “Deep Point of View”

Here’s some great help with a difficult concept: What is “Deep point of view” and how do you achieve it? Thanks to Lisa Hall-Wilson at Writers in the Storm.    

Help with Those Darned “Comps”

Maybe most of us know exactly what genre we’re writing for. Wish I was one of “us.” This piece from Penny Sansevieri via Anne R. Allen (the wonderful @annerallen) via Chris the Story Reading Ape (inimitable @Storyreadingape) lays out a … Continue reading →

Dealing with ‘seemed’ and other tentative language in fiction – by Louise Harnby…

Originally posted on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog:
If your characters seem or appear to be doing or feeling something – probably, maybe, perhaps – then you might be using half measures to express a good chunk of…

Sigh. Yes, We Have to Write Those &(%%$# Queries and Synopses.

I’ve given up fighting. I’m doing it, I’m doing it! I wonder how many creative writing classes and MFA programs include a course in query-writing. I guess if you’re a superbly outgoing person capable of making such a stunning impression … Continue reading →

Thanks for the Help! Looks Like It’s All Working Fine.

Hi, folks! This WAS a test. I was trying to find out if using the Gutenberg editor affects the way my site communicates with subscribers. I subscribed myself long ago, and have always received notifications when I posted something new. … Continue reading →

Help Needed: A Little Test for My Blog

Hi, folks! This is a test. I’m trying to find out if using the Gutenberg editor affects the way my site communicates with subscribers. I subscribed myself long ago, and have always received notifications when I posted something new. Not … Continue reading →