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We Don't Need No Stinking Rules!

Sarah (Sally) Hamer — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:01:00 +0000

We don't need no stinking rules! We can break them any time! But, what if we really know how to use them? Learn how to make them work.

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Believable Character Decisions: How to Make Readers Trust Your Characters

Guest Blogger — Wed, 11 Nov 2026 09:45:00 +0000

Learn how to create believable character decisions with the REASON Test, a practical revision tool that helps readers understand your characters' choices.

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Writer Self-Doubt: What We Notice When It Hurts

Lisa Norman — Mon, 09 Nov 2026 09:00:00 +0000

Writer self-doubt makes us compare our messy drafts to other authors' polished careers. Even bestsellers struggle. Here's what to notice instead.

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The Decline of Creativity: What Happened to Our Creative Mojo?

Guest Blogger — Fri, 06 Nov 2026 09:46:00 +0000

Explore the decline of creativity, why we've lost our creative spark, and how rediscovering creative pursuits can bring more joy into our lives.

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Author Marketing Burnout: My Shouldshank Redemption

Guest Blogger — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:45:00 +0000

Struggling with author marketing burnout? Break free from the shoulds and rediscover your love of writing. Find out how Diana Stout got past hers.

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Self-Publishing Tools: Your Publishing Pipeline

Guest Blogger — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:33:00 +0000

Explore essential self-publishing tools, from writing and formatting to designing and publishing your book. Read to learn what your options are.

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Craft in the Age of AI: Sending a Scout Into Your Draft

Lisa Norman — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:04:00 +0000

Lisa Norman takes us into the hidden spaces where AI power users discuss the craft of writing in ways the headlines won't tell you.

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One Chapter, Six Mirrors: My Experiment in Getting Found

Guest Blogger — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 08:44:00 +0000

When the old ways of getting found stopped working for most, RJ Redden hung one chapter in six "mirrors." Discover the mirrors and see the results!

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Struggling with Character Voice? Check Your Point of View

Guest Blogger — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 08:42:00 +0000

Which comes first? Your character's voice or their strong point of view? Veteran writer Janice Hardy offers tips and examples for stronger writing.

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Conflict in Fiction Writing, 7 Main Types

Ellen Buikema — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 08:29:00 +0000

Conflict creates tension and stakes, making the story engaging and relatable. Ellen shares several possible conflict types to keep your readers entertained.

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