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The Horror Spec: How to Write a Horror Movie
Horror movies are big business in Hollywood — with films like Get Out and A Quiet Place not only topping the box office but garnering critical acclaim, the industry is looking for the next

Eight tips for snagging an editor’s attention – Learn how to stand out from the crowd with these 8 tips
Several months ago, a writer asked me how I got a high-profile online outlet to notice my work. It is an innocent question, but my eyes rolled around like lotto

Black Friday Deals for Writers in 2024
We partnered with the folks at Fictionary, ProWritingAid and other writing companies to provide you with the best Black Friday offers for writers. Whether you are outlining, writing, editing, marketing,

How to write a captivating short story
Follow these steps to hone your skills and write short stories like Raymond Carver. Whether a successful published novelist or a creative writing student, all writers should try their hand

12 key steps for getting unstuck as a writer
Trapped in the middle of your manuscript? Here’s how to move forward. You started your manuscript with such enthusiasm. You wrote 20 pages in ONE NIGHT. Your brain was popping

Cut the Fat: Make your writing lean and clean – Top tips for trimming flabby prose.
No, this article is not a check on the progress of your New Year’s resolution. It’s a reminder that our writing, too, can get a little…paunchy. English lends itself to

Six steps to increase your writing productivity every day
Do you find yourself staring at a blank page despite trying many different tactics to be more productive? Then it may be time to try something new. Here are six