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Category: Writing Tips

Vote In Our Podcast Poll

On 13 December 202413 December 2024 By AriIn Tips for New Writers, writing resources, Writing Tips3 Comments

Yes, you may have seen me mention this in other posts. But in case you missed it, I wanted to give it it's very own post!

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The Rough Draft Challenge

On 1 November 2024 By AriIn Tips for New Writers, writing resources, Writing Tips3 Comments

Since the last few months have not been as good for my writing as I would have liked, I was considering trying a challenge to help me get back into the writing swing with more consistency. Well, I found one. Enter, the Rough Draft Challenge!

Are You Missing These Opportunities to Write a Better Story? [Reblog]

On 11 August 2023 By AriIn Tips for New Writers, Writing Advice, Writing Tips2 Comments

Today, I thought I'd share this article by Janice Hardy, it really made me think about new ways to write a better story! Have you considered the opportunities within your story that can help kick it up a notch?

Writing Echoes: How to Avoid Echoes

On 21 July 202321 July 2023 By AriIn Tips for New Writers, Writing Advice, Writing Tips2 Comments

Great article about Echoes and how to watch out for them in your writing. I am definitely guilty of repeating words. How many of these examples do you do?

This is a reblog from StoryEmpire.com

8 Things Not To Do When Drafting A Novel [my guest post]

On 14 July 202314 December 2025 By AriIn Ari's Writing, Writing Advice, Writing Tips5 Comments

I was given the opportunity to guest post on another writer's blog. Big thank you to E. A. Whyte for reaching out to me and asking me to guest post and for featuring my article 8 Things Not To Do When Drafting A Novel.

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How Do You Write ‘Enemies To Lovers’ Trope?

On 14 April 202314 April 2023 By AriIn characters, General, Tutorials, Writing Advice, Writing Tips8 Comments

I received a request for this article, asking how to write enemies to lovers. This trope is one of the most popular, we love a good conflict that gets resolved. We love seeing two characters who can't stand each other, grow and develop feelings.

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On Being Yourself As A Writer by Andrew Kopecky

On 2 May 201826 May 2020 By AriIn Guest Post, Tips for New Writers, Writing Advice, Writing Tips16 Comments

This week's guest poster is my friend and author Andrew Kopecky, who discusses the topic of being yourself as a writer.  Enjoy!

8 Tips For Writing A Mystery Novel [NaNoWriMo 2017]

On 20 November 201724 May 2020 By AriIn Writing Tips12 Comments

Sorry for missing Friday...I was ill and since I'm still recovering I didn't feel up to a Monday blog post. However rather than let you all down again, I thought I'd reblog this awesome post by the lovely Rachel Poli. Enjoy and check out her blog!

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Developing a Writer Identity by Nicole Arnold

On 15 November 201718 May 2020 By AriIn Guest Post, Tips for New Writers, Writing Advice, Writing Tips6 Comments

It's guest post time again.  This week's guest poster is the wonderful Nicole Arnold who discusses developing a Writer identity.  Enjoy!

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My Name’s Not Cass, But You Can Call Me Cass

On 19 September 201718 May 2020 By AriIn Guest Post, Writing Advice, Writing Tips5 Comments

Once again I have been harassing other writers to guest post on this blog. This week’s guester is the lovely Cass Alexander, who talks about whether to use a Pen Name. Enjoy!

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