"When I am finished with my characters, I like to return them to life." - Anton Chekhov Are epilogues the final touch or an unnecessary addition? Some say they complete the story, while others argue they spoil the mystery. #WritingDebate #Epilogues #AntonChekhov #authorlife #amwriting #writerslife #lovetowrite #keepwriting #writingtips #writinginspo #writerscommunity
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🗣️📚 Unlock the Secrets to Authentic Dialogue! 📚🗣️ Want to write dialogue that truly resonates with readers? Check out our latest article, "Listening In: How Real Conversations Can Transform Your Fictional Dialogue," now live on the Toadstool Editing website! Learn how real conversations can enhance your characters' voices and bring your stories to life. From capturing natural speech patterns to understanding character dynamics, this article is packed with insights to elevate your fiction writing. ✨✍️ Read it now and master the art of dialogue: bit.ly/3WkQXNB #FictionWriting #DialogueTips #WritingAdvice #ToadstoolEditing (Photo from vecteezy.com)
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Word on the street is that the author needs to know what the character wants in order to write a compelling character arc that makes sense. But the question "What does your character want?" always sends my clients into a tailspin. So, here are 13 things your characters could want. Choose one and WRITE! https://lnkd.in/ehKpT8fu? #writingcommunity #writerscorner #writersconnection #writersclub #writersworld #fictionwriting #amwriting #writingtime #writingprocess
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Is it worth sharing? I always talk about The importance of feedback And the importance of workshop And the importance of accountability For your creative projects. Here are the first pages Of my new work, Which could Start a whole New argument On the necessity Of Prologues in fiction. But if you're interested In the opening scene of Something new and still in process It's helpful to show things aren't meant to be perfect. #WritingCommunity #AmWriting #CreativeProcess #FeedbackMatters #WorkInProgress #WritersOfLinkedIn #FictionWriting
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Tips for Writing Horror Want to give your readers chills and thrills? Here are some tips to craft spine-tingling horror stories: Build Suspense: Keep your readers on the edge of their seats with slow reveals and unexpected twists. Create Atmosphere: Use vivid descriptions to set a creepy, eerie tone. Tap into Fears: Explore common fears and phobias to make your horror relatable and terrifying. Develop Complex Characters: Make your characters real and relatable so readers care about their fate. Use the Unseen: Sometimes what’s not seen is scarier than what is. Leave some things to the imagination. Master Pacing: Balance moments of calm with bursts of terror to keep the tension high. Surprise Endings: Leave your readers with a lingering sense of unease with an unexpected conclusion. #HorrorWriting #WritingTips #ScaryStories #AmWriting #WritersOfInstagram #HorrorCommunity
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Writing a novel is a lot like herding cats. 🐾 Your characters have their own minds, their own agendas, and no matter how much you plan, they'll go wherever they please. The best part? That unpredictability often leads to the most compelling moments in your story. You just have to follow their lead, embrace the chaos, and clean up the mess later. 📚💻 #WritingCommunity #AuthorLife #AmWriting #CreativeProcess
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Authors transform worlds with words. On this National Author’s Day, we celebrate those who dare to share their visions, making us see the world in new ways. 🌐 Visit our website: swiftghostwriters.com #AuthorDay #ghostwriting #editingservices #creativewritings #academicwriting #authorlife #storytelling #publishingjourney #robertdeniro #selfdevelopmenttools
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Now you may be thinking: "but I don't have time" "who's going to be interested in MY story?" "what happens if it's no good?" Hate to break it to you, but ALL successful authors have had these same, exact thoughts. The difference between them and you is they heard these thoughts and they did it anyway. Coach Caroline x #Storytelling #WritersCommunity #StartWriting #AuthorJourney #FindYourVoice #InspirationalWriting #JustWrite #WritingInspiration #ShareYourStory #WriterMotivation #BeginYourStory #WriteYourOwnEnding #EmbraceYourStory #writeyourstory
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How do your words feel when you let them flow? Trust your fingers, and let your story unfold. The first draft doesn’t have to be perfect—it just has to exist. So, what’s stopping you from starting today? The blank page is waiting. JudithBrilesBooks.com #WritersOfInstagram #FirstDraft #WritingCommunity #AmWriting #CreativeFlow #WritersLife #WriteYourStory #JudithBriles
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How do your words feel when you let them flow? Trust your fingers, and let your story unfold. The first draft doesn’t have to be perfect—it just has to exist. So, what’s stopping you from starting today? The blank page is waiting. JudithBrilesBooks.com #WritersOfInstagram #FirstDraft #WritingCommunity #AmWriting #CreativeFlow #WritersLife #WriteYourStory #JudithBriles
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This week, we've bundled together four incredible stories to take you on a journey like no other. All About Dussehra The Universe Slumber The Mysterious 1 The Midnight Mystery (Part 1) Grab your bundle now and get lost in these mesmerizing reads: https://ow.ly/YmW150TT4K6 #BookBundle #MustRead #WeekOfReading #Bookalooza #StarAuthor #StoryWriting
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