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How to Write Unreliable Narrators
Read more: How to Write Unreliable NarratorsUnreliable narrators have become a popular and fascinating storytelling device in literature and film. By presenting a flawed and potentially deceptive narrator, authors and filmmakers are able to add layers of complexity and suspense to their stories. Viewers and readers are left questioning what is true and what is not, leading to unexpected plot twists…
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5 Tips for Creating a Character Backstory
Read more: 5 Tips for Creating a Character BackstoryIntroduction The backstory of a main character is crucial, demanding, and usually heartbreaking. The best ones are, usually. The starting point of a character’s story defines their journey and ultimately determines the path to the end of the last page. Do they hold their hardships on their sleeves, or are they strong through and through?…
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Location, Location, Location: Choosing Setting for Your Story
Read more: Location, Location, Location: Choosing Setting for Your StoryYour story’s setting can make or break it. Learn how to choose the perfect location for your story with our guide.
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Exploring the Craft: Insights from Creative Writing Courses
Read more: Exploring the Craft: Insights from Creative Writing CoursesUnlock your inner writer with insights from creative writing courses! Discover the benefits of taking writing courses and how they can improve your craft.
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AI and AI Writing
Read more: AI and AI WritingIntroduction The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) has brought about a significant transformation in various industries, including writing. Thanks to AI-powered writing tools, writers can now generate content with greater speed and efficiency. This article delves into the impact of AI on writing and how it is reshaping the writing landscape. Powered Writing AI-powered writing…
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5 Themes of the Gothic
Read more: 5 Themes of the GothicFor centuries, horror and terror have been at the heart of the fascination with Gothic literature and art. The ominous themes and haunting visuals that lurk within works such as Edgar Allan Poe’s tales and Caspar David Friedrich’s landscapes continue to captivate audiences around the world. Horror and terror are two prominent themes in Gothic…
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How to Construct A Powerful Narrative
Read more: How to Construct A Powerful NarrativeWhat is Narrative Writing? Have you ever been captivated by a story that left you feeling inspired or moved? What makes a narrative powerful and compelling? The truth is, crafting a story that resonates with your audience takes more than just a good plot. Narrative storytelling has been a part of human communication for centuries.…
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The English Major Will Not Die
Read more: The English Major Will Not DieWhile stocking the Newsstand at Barnes & Noble, I came across a front page of the New Yorker cover that reads “The End of the English Major by Nathan Heller and my first thought was “No, it doesn’t have to be.” Reading further, I saw that the study findings sourced in the article were based…
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How to Write Believable Characters
Read more: How to Write Believable CharactersCrafting believable characters can be challenging, but it’s crucial for any story. Discover the key elements to creating well-rounded characters that readers will love.
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The Pros & Cons of Outlining a Story
Read more: The Pros & Cons of Outlining a StoryExplore the advantages and disadvantages of outlining your novel.
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5 Tips for Creating Fear in your Reader When Writing Horror
Read more: 5 Tips for Creating Fear in your Reader When Writing HorrorWant to Invoke nail-biting terror in your readers? Here are five tips and other resources that will help!
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English 101: Elements of a Story
Read more: English 101: Elements of a StoryAnyone that has written a literature analysis paper for a class knows that finding reliable resources that support an argument can be a tedious task in itself. Web articles and blogs throw words around like themes, elements, and characteristics when breaking down a work of fiction, almost as if they’re synonymous to another. This can…