Tools
Tool Tip: SyncBackFree To Backup Your Writing
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Your computer dies with all your work stuck on your hard drive. It is a scenario that scares every writer and almost everyone experiences once. Fortunately, there is a free solution, SyncBackFree from the 2BrightSparks which you can find here. To date I have only used the free version and it works so well I…
Resource: American Dialect Links
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Today I share another resource. Dialect Guide: American Dialects by Point Park University, a handy site for helping to write authentic dialog. The site is organized by General American, Northern Dialects and Southern Dialects. Under each heading they have Audio Resources, Library Resources, Local Resources (by name), followed by Video Examples, Plays and more. Here…
100+ Query Letter Examples To Get Noticed
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One of the sources that I found helpful comes from thejohnfox.com 100+ Query Letter Examples (That Got Authors and Agent) The query letters cover are linked and organized by genre. There are a lot of helpful tips and this site should be in every writer’s toolbox. According to thejohnfox.com, a successful query often includes a…
Quick Character Development Hack
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Here’s a quick hack I stumbled on to jump start your character development. Try Horoscope.com to develop your character’s traits. This provides a lot of detailed information and even gives you their birthday range. Take Capricorn for example. From the initial screen, we get an overview of their basic traits as serious, independent, disciplined and…
Writing Memorable Characters
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We love to read fascinating characters but how on earth does one consistently write intriguing personalities? Here are tips I have picked up: Keep a character journalMake it a habit to keep a notebook with you and write about the people you encounter. It’s a great way to create fascinating characters. You may even pick…
Outlining your Novel
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Below is the storyboard template that she shares on her site at http://momentumclubs.org/simple-story-outline.html which notes that it is from creativindie.com. This is very similar to the one that I use and will give you a good outline. Whether you write by the seat of your pants, or you outline every scene, it’s helpful to know…