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Writing Short Info Reports


People want information, they want it quick, frequently in short form, and straight to the point. Its no wonder that they go straight for a computer connected to the internet to find anything from how to grow tomatoes to choosing a web host.

The Spectre Hound


And a dreadful thing from the cliff did spring, and its wild bark thrill'd around, His eyes had the glow of the fires below, 'twas the form of the spectre hound

Voice in Narrative and Dialogue - A Contrast of Writing Styles


One of the nice things about being an author is that we can break any rule we want. (I just did.) It's part of our job description. Language changes through usage -- definitions, spelling, grammar -- and authors can help it do this. But on the other hand, we have to have some sort of agreement on the language or we won't be able to talk to each other.

The One-Plot Wonder


Back in the mid to late 1980s I was a security guard. The pay was lousy, but it gave me many hours in seclusion to write short stories and novels. However, I usually worked over 80 hours a week. No one can write that much. Well, at least not me. Thus I discovered the joys of my local libraries.

Interview with Suspense Author Peter Abrahams


Peter Abrahams is the author of thirteen novels, including "The Tutor," (Ballantine Books) "A Perfect Crime," (Ballantine Books), "The Fan" (Fawcett Books), and most recently, "Their Wildest Dreams" (Ballantine Books).

Write A Better Newsletter!


You've decided to write your very own Newsletter to promote your business, communicate with your customers, or just for FUN.

Home Business Writing Made Simple


Have you ever written a letter to a friend? Ever written an outline for any project you were about to start? What about a shopping list? If you have, and I imagine most have, you can then write focused, brief, content articles for your online home business.

Understanding Editorial Guidelines


Editorial guidelines, also known as writer's guidelines, are the rules set forth by publishers for contributing authors. In order to have your article taken seriously you must review the guidelines prior to submission. It is also recommended that you review previous editions of the publication to get a better feel for the types of articles favored by the editor(s).

Common Writing Mistakes


Most books aren't rejected because the stories are "bad." They're rejected because they're not "ready to read." In short, minor stuff like typos, grammar, spelling, etc.

The Three Cs of Writing an Excellent all Purpose Headline


Since the headline is the first contact your readers have with your message, it must reach out to them. Promise them a benefit. Tell them how they will be better off if they read the rest of the ad. Use action verbs. Save ten dollars is a stronger heading than Savings of ten dollars because of the verb.

5 Reasons People Like Technology White Papers


A good white paper is a paper that makes you look good.

Interviewing an Author: Dont Be Left Speechless


Joyce Carol Oates. Langston Hughes. Anne Sexton. F. Scott Fitzgerald. Nikki Giovanni. The names of authors (dead and alive) can go on and on. But I?ll let you have first pick!

Four Easy Ways to Get a Book Written (Especially If You Dont Like to Write)


Becoming an author is probably a lot easier than you think. It?s time to get that book out of your head and onto the printed page. Ready? Boot out your excuses. Here?s how to do it.

Unusual Points of View


Most writers are familiar with first and third points of view and their variations. But have you ever experimented with alternative points of view? Below are some less used points of view, what I call ?unusual points of view.? Try using these when you?re blocked or you want to try something new.

Becoming a Writer


The urge to write fiction seems God given for some, a learned skill for others.

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