How to Create Tension in Writing: 12 Techniques
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by Hannah Lee Kidder
9h ago
Can you remember the last book that left you literally on the edge of your seat, heart pounding, white-knuckled grip, eyes glued to the page? Well-written tension can make us feel alive, transport us to another world, and fully immerse us in the lives of these characters. How can we create that kind of tension in our own writing? Let’s explore some key techniques for crafting stories that can keep your readers hooked from beginning to end. How to create tension in writing: Why is tension important in writing? 1. Tension creates conflict 2. Tension builds suspense 3. Tension builds characters ..read more
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Copyright Laws for Authors: Stolen Books + FAQ Master List
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by Bella Rose Pope
2d ago
The copyright laws for authors are extensive, and confusing. It’s also one of the biggest sensitivities authors have. You likely have nightmares of people stealing your work. You’ve worked really hard on your book idea. You’ve taken years to fine tune it, build up the confidence to create it and share it with the world. The idea of someone stealing your book—or even just its idea—is horrifying. Can, in the blink of an eye, all that work be for nothing if someone else publishes it before you? The truth is that there’s a lot—too much—information online about copyright. The copyright laws for aut ..read more
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8 Steps for How to Write a Literature Review + Key Tools
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by Bella Rose Pope
2d ago
Looking to learn how to write a literature review? You’re in the right place. There are a lot of ways you can go about it, but not many are as clear and straightforward as you’ll get here. Literature reviews are different from other types of reviews, like book reviews. People reading them will expect something with separate requirements, so it’s important to understand the differences, what goes into it, and even the purpose. Here’s what you’ll learn about how to write a literature review: Literature review VS normal Purpose of a literature review When you’d need one How to write a literature ..read more
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Christian Historical Fiction: 8 Essential Tips
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by Sarah Rexford
2d ago
Christian historical fiction stands as a formidable genre among fiction today. Data shows that the market for this sub-genre is in the range of $75 million–$85 million. In recent years, religious book sales reached a total revenue of well over $700 million USD. A market of this magnitude warrants some discussion. In this article, I break down a list of Christian, historical fiction novelists. Then I dive into how to write this sub-genre. Christian Historical Fiction: What’s Covered  Who Are The Christian Historical Fiction Novelists? What Are The 8 Elements Of Christian Historical Fictio ..read more
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9 Successful Authors Like James Patterson  
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by Sarah Rexford
4d ago
If you read James Patterson books, you’ll love this list of authors like James Patterson. While Patterson needs no introduction, his massive literary success deserves one.  Known as the most popular storytellers of our time, James Patterson created many of the series you likely know and love. A couple of these include the Women’s Murder Club and Maximum Ride.  However, Patterson does not stop with fiction. He has authored nonfiction works covering the Kennedys, John Lennon, and Princess Diana. He also writes about the heroes of today: those in the military, police force, and those wo ..read more
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21 Subgenres of Historical Fiction + Categories To Specify
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by Bella Rose Pope
4d ago
If you want to dive into writing a novel and work in a prolific niche, exploring the subgenres of historical fiction can get you a long way. While it might sound straightforward, there’s a lot more to historical writing than just the fact that it takes place in the past. Knowing the subgenres of historical fiction, along with some categories, can give you insight into writing a novel for a specific audience, as well as fulfilling an interest of yours in researching and writing in a historical setting. But because there’s more to the subgenres of historical fiction than most people realize, we ..read more
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Books By Latino Authors: 12 Great Titles
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by Sarah Rexford
4d ago
Some of the best books ever written are books by Latino authors. You may have heard the opening sentences of some of these famous books, or maybe you have a well-worn title sitting on your bookshelf.  Today, we dive into books by Latino authors. First I tackle fiction, and next nonfiction. This ensures that no matter what genre you prefer to write, I have you covered!  A brief note: While fiction vs nonfiction sometimes differ in writing techniques, nonfiction rules can apply to fiction, and vice versa. As you read through the lists, notice how memoirs incorporate fiction storytellin ..read more
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11 Authors Like Michael Crichton to Quench Your Sci-fi Thirst
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by Bella Rose Pope
6d ago
You might think that authors are a dime a dozen, but there aren’t too many authors like Michael Crichton. You might know him from the iconic Jurassic Park. Yeah, that author. Authors like this don’t come around every day. And despite his books being in the science fiction genre, there’s more to his tales than just advanced technology. It’s that along with other specific elements that makes his work stand out. Whether you want to find more books to read because you can’t get enough or to learn the unique ability that makes his stories last to write your own novel, reading more authors like Mich ..read more
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How To Write A Thesis: 3 Types And Why They Are Powerful
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by Sarah Rexford
6d ago
If you’ve ever chatted with someone in university, or perhaps are currently enrolled in one, you’ve likely heard an overwhelmed student say, “I’m struggling with how to write a thesis.”  Writing your thesis is a crucial component of a liberal arts degree. Colleges and universities often require students in their senior year to develop both a thesis statement and then expand on it in a final thesis paper.  Whether you are a student at a university, considering enrolling, or curious about how to write a thesis, this post is designed for you.  No matter where you are with your thes ..read more
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23 I Survived Books: Learn From This Notable Series
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by Sarah Rexford
6d ago
The I Survived books are a bestselling series that has captivated readers for years. Lauren Tarshis is the author of this historical fiction series.  If you are a parent, grandparent, teacher, or have children in your life in another capacity, the I Survived books are ones to know about.  Lauren Tarshis describes many extraordinary events that have taken place in the world, but does so in a way that captivates young readers. This series can instill a love for reading in young children. Plus, reading is a perfect format to educate children on important historical, and more recent, eve ..read more
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