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Dictation for First Drafts // a guest post by Jeremiah Friedli
In this post, Jeremiah Friedli shares his experience with dictation as a writing tool, emphasizing its benefits for speeding up the writing process and reducing physical strain. He discusses the pros and cons of dictation, including accuracy issues and the wandering nature of spontaneous speech.
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Into the Lamp is going to be PUBLISHED!!!
I can't believe the time has finally come to announce my debut fantasy novel's release!
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TWN is on Instagram Plus a LOT of Announcements
Teen Writers' Nook is now on Instagram and is welcoming on Victoria Crooks as our social media manager. And even more exciting updates and announcements!
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Four Reasons Why The False Prince’s Opening Works// analyzing story beginnings part 1
Teen Writers' Nook is turning four years old at the end of July, which got me thinking about the first post I ever wrote for the site about novel's opening lines. In celebration, I'm beginning a new series where I break down and analyze why certain story openings work so well! (Next live stream announcement included inside.)
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Let’s Finish that First Draft: Staying Motivated in a Project Ft. Kaytlin Phillips
The post announces Teen Writers' Nook's upcoming summer livestream featuring author Kaytlin Phillips tomorrow at 2 PM EDT. This session will focus on overcoming the struggle of completing the first draft and finding the motivation to stick with one project.
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Dual POVs: The Pros and Cons of Having More than One Point-of-View
Dual POVs appear commonly in fiction, but there are pros and cons to having one. What may work for one book will only hurt another. If you're considering including a second perspective in your WIP, I have complied a list of the potential benefits as well as some areas to watch out for.
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Russian History Trivia with Cate (In Which I Pretend to Know More than I Do)
In celebration of my upcoming historical thriller based in Soviet Russia, I have collaborated with Cate from The Southern Story Scribbler in a trivia quiz on Russian history, highlighting our respective historical expertise. We discuss topics like Stalin's Five Year Plans, WWI alliances, and the origins of Christianity in Russia.
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How to Know Who Should Be Your Novel’s Main Character
Every novel has a main character, but not every character should be the protagonist. Writers struggling to decide who the protagonist of their novel is should ask themselves this one question.
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Know the Novel Part 1: Introduction (Featuring Don’t Let Me Go)
Today's post is the Know the Novel linkup hosted by Christine Smith where I'll be discussing my upcoming debut historical novel, Don't Let Me Go
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Should you only write happy endings? (Three book endings that *almost* made me cry)
Writers always focus on the right way to begin a story but what about on the right way to END the story? Issabelle is breaking down the three common types of story endings with tips on the best way to leave your story that will give readers the most impact.
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5 Things All RESEARCHING Authors Should Know // Write a Book with Me Episode 1
Does your current project require extensive research but you're unsure where to even begin? Do you google a couple of words, check out a couple of books from the library, or something entirely different? Today Issabelle is covering the top 5 tips she follows in the researching process. Join TWN for the first episode in the brand-new Write a Book with Me series!
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Introducing my BRAND-NEW series: Write a Book with Me
Writing a full novel seems like such a daunting task. You may feel lost, unguided, unsure what to. But it doesn't have to be that way! Join me for TWN's new series where we walk you through the entire process of writing a novel from big idea to finished piece!
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Interview with Jenna Terese // Teen Writers’ Rally day nine
Well, what better way to begin this season of writing insanity (also known as National Novel Writing Month) than with an interview from the writer mastermind herself, indie author, Jenna Terese! (YA Christian sci-fi author of Ignite.) Join us for the nineth day of the 2022 teen writers' rally!
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Want a Higher Word-Count? Learn How to Type FASTER With These 5 Tips! // Guest Post from Mary @ Wild Writing Dreams
I am SO excited to be featuring Mary today with her guest post all about writing faster! Do you spend hours writing, only to peck out a few words? Do you get frustrated with how long it takes you to write a couple thousand? Then join TWN today as Mary unlocks her five best tips for writing faster.
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Interview with Chawna Schroeder // Teen Writers’ Rally Day Three
Join TWN for day three of our first-ever Teen Writers' Rally with an interview from the author of Beast and The Vault Between Spaces: Chawna Schroeder!
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Interview with Kara Linaburg // Teen Writers’ Rally Day Two
Join TWN for day two of our first-ever Teen Writers' Rally with an interview from indie author Kara Linaburg!
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Three Key Ways to See Growth In Your Writing
Do you want to make growth with your writing but you're unsure how? You try so many different techniques, yet nothing seems to work. Or maybe you're overwhelmed by all the different types of advice and resources available on what you should or shouldn't do and now writing is more work than fun. Join me today as I offer the only three things you need to try to see growth in your writing!
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Prologue Vs. Chapter One: Three Reasons Why You Need To CUT Your Prologue
Should you have a prologue? Can they ever be useful? In TWN's latest post, Issabelle gives three instances where you should probably consider CUTTING your prologue! Read on.
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How to Handle Criticism, Feedback, Rejection, and Negative Book Reviews.
Have you ever struggled to handle constructive criticism or down right rejection? Do you fear negative book reviews? TWN's latest post brings the best advice and encouragement in dealing with this pretty much unavoidable challenge all writers will face!
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Know the Novel–Part 1 AND 2: Introducing and Within The Black Cat
Today, I participate in Christine Smith's Know the Novel linkup! Come learn more about my WIP, The Black Cat, and learn two secrets from the Top-Secret Message post!
write by faith
