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September 21, 2016

Power-User Vs. Avid Scrivener User

Scrivener is a powerful writing tool. I write about it weekly with tips and usage ideas. To read more of my posts click the Scrivener tag or category at the end of the page. Sometimes I’m contacted by someone who kindly lets me know that my Scrivener posts have helped them in some way. Often […]
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Published on September 21, 2016 05:40

September 20, 2016

Writer’s Digest Popular Fiction Awards: Behind the Scenes of a Writing Competition with Science Fiction Judge Philip Athans | WritersDigest.com

Today, as part of our Behind the Scenes of a Writing Competition series, science fiction judge Philip Athans discusses how important first sentences are, w Source: Writer’s Digest Popular Fiction Awards: Behind the Scenes of a Writing Competition with Science Fiction Judge Philip Athans | WritersDigest.comFiled under: Uncategorized
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Published on September 20, 2016 13:26

WORLDBUILDING: GOVERNMENTS

Originally posted on Fantasy Author's Handbook:
With another round of my online course Worldbuilding in Science Fiction and Fantasy Writing starting this Thursday, I’ve been going through the daily additional material that’s part of the course, and I’d like to share a couple of those items, on the subject of governments. I’ve been reading,…
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Published on September 20, 2016 13:22

33 Common Words & Phrases You Might Be Saying Wrong | WritersDigest.com

This infographic is courtesy of Jennifer Frost of GrammarCheck. Visit them online at grammarcheck.net or check out the free online grammar checker at gramm Source: 33 Common Words & Phrases You Might Be Saying Wrong | WritersDigest.comFiled under: Uncategorized
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Published on September 20, 2016 13:18

FUNDAY MONDAY, OR THE BOOKS THAT WILL HELP ME SURVIVE THE WEEK AHEAD (SEPTEMBER 19, 2016)

The work week begins. I quickly slip into my business suit and head back into the office to save a few innocent people. But while I try to fool myself into being excited about the grind, deep down, I’m not, so I’m going to escape dreary reality by reading some great books. Only positive thoughts…
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Published on September 20, 2016 10:41

The Bow of Destiny’s Main Character

Today is a continuation last week’s series about The Bow of Destiny. Today, it’s all about the main character and what makes the book go. But first, here’s the book trailer: Athson is the main character of The Bow of Hart and a rather complex one at that. He suffers from fits over the violent […]
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Published on September 20, 2016 04:00

September 19, 2016

You Blog With What?

Scrivener is a widely used software among writers and people who write frequently. Since it is used for a wide variety of reasons the software is extremely versatile. It can be used for developing fiction and non-fiction books. Also it can be used for short stories, articles and other forms of shorter writing projects. You […]
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Published on September 19, 2016 23:30

Author Spotlight – Ed Ireland

Originally posted on Timothy Bateson (ramblings of an author):
This week’s guest author is Ed Ireland, a self-confessed gaming addict, and a fun guy to interview. When I send these interview questions out to authors, I have no idea what’s going to come back, if anything. But Ed provided an entertaining set of responses, that…
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Published on September 19, 2016 14:31

Reblogged: Build Your Global Sales with Kobo Writing Life…

Originally posted on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog:
An excerpt from an article by Christine Munroe on The Book Designer site: Why should self-published authors and small publishers distribute directly to Kobo? And how can you grow your global sales? Here are detailed tips on maximizing your potential with the Kobo Writing Life…
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Published on September 19, 2016 11:50