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November 2, 2016

The 3 Things You Need To Know Before You Quit Your Day Job…

Originally posted on James Radcliffe:
In Jan of 2008 I left my last ever regular job (rock climbing instructor – not kidding), screwed my courage to the sticking place, and began making my way as an independent artist. I made art, and I put it out into the world.  I played live, and worked hard…
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Published on November 02, 2016 08:47

November 1, 2016

Tools to Get You Started with NaNoWriMo

Originally posted on Mundus Media Ink:
Today is the official start of NaNoWriMo! Are you ready? Well not to worry, I have a few extras to help get you off to a great start! See Below… What is NaNoWriMo? NaNoWriMo is a worldwide event and contest that takes place every year in the month of November. The…
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Published on November 01, 2016 09:17

Want to GO PRO? 10 Ways to Own NaNo (And the Other 11 Months, Too)

Originally posted on Kristen Lamb's Blog:
Today we launch NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month). This challenge is to see if we can write 50,000 words in a month. Though 50,000 words is not quite a novel, it IS a professional pace and for those who are new? This is probably going to feel like…
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Published on November 01, 2016 09:16

How to overcome the blank screen syndrome

Originally posted on jean's writing:
Nothing is scarier to a writer than a blank screen. Not even  a clown.                                       Prompts can help. Using quick 100 word drabbles can help but where to find them and how…
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Published on November 01, 2016 06:38

Aliens and guillotines- 6 reasons to break the editing rules

Originally posted on Sue Vincent's Daily Echo:
From the archives – May 2015: I was curious. Being a writer, I keep seeing articles about the editing software available online to help writers and, over coffee, I thought I would have a quick look. I browsed a number of them, duly pasting a chunk of…
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Published on November 01, 2016 06:37

Scrivener Tips Pt. 4: Project Backups

I recently received a Twitter comment from someone regarding Scrivener and help with backups using Windows. I’m not entirely sure what the issue was but I’ll go ahead and address the subject today. Here are the basics with project backups for Scrivener: Keep Scrivener up to date to minimize any issues with the software. To […]
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Published on November 01, 2016 06:35

October 31, 2016

How to Defeat a Vampire – Anti-Glamour Tactics

Originally posted on Bookshelf Battle:
By:  Count Krakovich, Asshat Vampire Bleh!  Look into my eyes, 3.5 readers! You are getting sleepy.  Very sleepy.  You want to do my bidding.  You want to be my obedient slave. You want to give me your Netflix password. Seriously, give me your Netflix password.  Vampires like House of Cards too. Bleh!…
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Published on October 31, 2016 14:24

October 30, 2016

When You Realise Your Character is More Interesting Than You.. #SundayBlogShare #Writer

Originally posted on BlondeWriteMore:
? This can be an awkward moment for any writer and definitely worthy of a blog post. There are several stages connected with realising your character is more interesting than you – the writer. The Character Creation Stage.?You have exceeded your literary expectations and created an amazing new?character. She’s beautiful, sassy,…
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Published on October 30, 2016 12:55

The ELLIPSIS… (Writing Tips) – Infographic…

Originally posted on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog:
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Published on October 30, 2016 12:43

Top Ten Signs Your Girlfriend Might be a Damn Zombie

Originally posted on Bookshelf Battle:
From BQB HQ in fabulous East Randomtown, the Top Ten Signs that Your Girlfriend Might be a Damn Zombie: 10.  She’s been nibbling on your ear a lot lately…but she never did that before. 9.  She wants you for your brains.  No, not the thoughts in your brains.  You don’t have…
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Published on October 30, 2016 12:41