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    The Key Differences Between the USA And UK Book Markets

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    Your Facebook Live’s Schedule, Length, and Location Will Form Your Strong Foundation

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    April 12, 2021
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    A Quintessential Quick Guide to Quotation Marks to Quell Your Quotation Qualms

    Recently, I edited a PhD dissertation for a literature major which mostly meant that I had to wade through…

    April 10, 2021
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    Do You Need More Rest?

    What do you do when you feel weary? Burned out? Uninspired and ready to give up? How do you…

    April 8, 2021
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    Four Popular Options for Map-Making Software

    World building is a critical part of any speculative fiction work. As we create new worlds, one of the…

    April 7, 2021
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    I read an article recently about actors that are great at what they do but not so great at…

    April 6, 2021
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    One of the best and most common pieces of writing advice screenwriters get is to always use visual storytelling.…

    April 4, 2021
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    April 3, 2021
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    Interview with Award-Winning Author Susan Campbell

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    March 30, 2021
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    March 29, 2021
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    Getting Started on Instagram Part 1: Sign Up, Bio, and Engaging Posts

    Today’s authors must have a platform to market their books. In addition to a personal website, email lists, speaking…

    March 28, 2021
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    Writing a First (or Second) Novel: Story Premise & GMC

    I love new, fresh story ideas. When I first started writing stories, I would attempt to capture a thought…

    March 27, 2021
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