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August 5, 2020
Teachable Review 2020: Is It Any Good?
In this Teachable review, I explain if it will help you create and sell an online course.
I joined Teachable in 2016 to create and and sell my first online course.
If you're a non-fiction writer or blogger, creating an online course is a fantastic way of increasing your income, helping readers and building your authority.
But what tools should you use?
This post contains some affiliate links meaning I earn a small commission if you sign up. I only ever recommend tools I've used...
July 29, 2020
The Secret Behind Personal Development Writing With Darius Foroux
Personal development writing is a huge niche online, particularly on platforms like Medium.
Although it’s a topic most people have an opinion about, it’s quite hard to stand out.
Unless your name is Darius Foroux.
Living in the Netherlands, he’s one of Medium’s top writers covering topics like wealth, building habits, and decision-making. He’s also an author and instructor, selling popular online courses about writing, careers, and more via his website.
In this interview, Darius...
The Secret Behind Writing About Personal Development with Darius Foroux
Personal development is a huge topic online today, particularly on platforms like Medium.
Although it’s a topic most people have an opinion about, it’s quite hard to stand out.
Unless your name is Darius Foroux.
Living in the Netherlands, he’s one of Medium’s top writers covering topics like wealth, building habits, and decision-making. He’s also an author and instructor, selling popular online courses about writing, careers, and more via his website.
In this interview, Darius e...
July 27, 2020
The 9 Best Grammar Books to Make You a Stronger Writer
What are the best grammar books?
If you want to become a better writer a good grammar book can help a lot. There are many grammar books on the market, and not all are created equal. How can you spend your money wisely and find the right book for grammar to meet your needs?
First, consider what you're looking for. Do you want a style guide you can reference on occasion, or are you looking for a fun, witty overview of grammar? You can find something for all needs if you know where to loo...
July 22, 2020
Living Writer: Can This New Writing App Help You Write a Book Faster?
Living Writer is a new writing app for authors and novelists. It contains a number of templates and other tools that will help you plot and write a book faster. I'm currently testing it for a new book of nonfiction I'm working on.
It's also free to try for a month. I recently caught up with the founders Dominic Chase and Casey Kerbs and asked them how it can help writers become authors.
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July 20, 2020
Allegory Vs Metaphor – Using Common Tools to Make Writing Better
Figurative language tools can make writing more engaging and impactful. It can help the reader picture what the writer is saying more vividly. Allegory and metaphor are both literary devices that can give writing flavor and imagery.
Allegory and metaphor are devices that may seem similar, but they are not exactly the same. Many writers and speakers as well use metaphor and allegory regularly, but often without knowledge of what they are and how they work. Skilled writers know the differen...
July 15, 2020
How to Deal with Haters and Critics With Luke O’Neil of Welcome to Hell World!
Welcome to Hell World is one of the most popular newsletters on Substack today. It's run by journalist, author, and poet Luke O'Neil.
His newsletter combines a commentary on US current affairs with poetry and insights from Luke's life. Luke's writings aren't for everyone and he's not afraid to say it. A blurb on his new book reads: “The Left’s new low.” —Tucker Carlson
Check out this week's interview.
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Attention writers!
Grammarly is one o...
July 13, 2020
Complement vs Compliment: What’s the Difference?
When it comes to commonly misused and confused words, complement and compliment confuse many writers.
It's no wonder these two words are easily mixed up. The words are homophones, or words that sound the same but have different meanings.
Not only that, they are spelled almost the same, except for that pesky “e” and “i” in the middle.
So how can you tell the difference?
Well, do you want to receive a complement on your new outfit, or a compliment? As you strive to become a bette...
July 8, 2020
What Does a Copywriter Do And How Do They Make Money? With Jack Stafford of the Copywriter Collective
Writing words that sell. That's your primary job as a copywriter.
But, there's a bit more to it than that. Jack Stafford set up his copywriting agency The Copywriter Collective back in 2002.
His copywriting agency employs copywriters and works with clients around the world. In this week's interview, he explains what a copywriter does, how to find a job as a copywriter, and how to get paid.
Attention Writers!
What's the best grammar checker of 2020? Find out in this review and cla...
July 6, 2020
How to Write Comedy Even If You’re Not Funny With John Vorhaus
John Vorhaus is the author of one of the best books on comedy writing: The Comic Toolbox. He's also a scriptwriter, artist, and writing instructor.
In this week's interview, he explains:
How to write comedy if you're not funnyWhy comedy is a little like dramaHow to balance your art with businessWhat he did after facing a bout of writer's block
And lots more.
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