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Definition and meaning

What Is Wordle? Everything You Need to Know

Wordle is a daily word game that involves figuring out a secret five-letter word. If you’ve ever wondered “What is Wordle?” this article will give you the answer.

Hannah Yang
By
Hannah Yang
Writing Apps

Grammarly Premium Price: How Much Does It Cost?

Grammarly Premium boasts that it provides advanced writing feedback. In this article we review what premium means and if the Grammarly Premium price is worth it.

Krystal N. Craiker
By
Krystal N. Craiker
Common Spelling Mistakes

Grey vs Gray: How Do You Spell This Color?

The spelling grey is more common in British English, while gray is more common in American English. Learn the difference between grey vs gray here.

Millie Dinsdale
By
Millie Dinsdale
Writing 101

How to Write in Third Person Point of View

Want to know how to write in third person? You’ll need the third person pronouns and one of three types of narrators. Learn more in this article.

Sarah Oakley
By
Sarah Oakley
Common Spelling Mistakes

In Which vs Where: What’s the Difference (With Examples)

In which and where are both used interchangeably to refer to a location or place. Read on to find out the differences between in which vs where.

Ashleigh Ferguson
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Ashleigh Ferguson
Engagement Pieces

Five Things Fiction Writers Can Learn From Movies (and Five Things They Shouldn't)

Watching films can help you master fantastic storytelling techniques, but it can also give you bad habits. Here are five things you can learn about writing by watching movies.

Hannah Yang
By
Hannah Yang
Comma Rules

Should You Use a Comma Before or After Quotation Marks? (Examples Included)

In American English, you should always place a comma or period inside the quotation marks. Learn more about whether to place the comma before or after quotation marks.

Hannah Yang
By
Hannah Yang
Writing 101

Show Don't Tell: Showing vs Telling in Writing (With Examples)

“Show, don’t tell” allows the reader to experience the story through actions, senses, and other vivid details. Learn how to improve your writing by showing instead of telling.

Hannah Yang
By
Hannah Yang
Grammar Glossary

Spaces Between Sentences and Words: How Many Should You Use?

You should only use one space between words and sentences. Learn how to format spaces between sentences correctly.

Hannah Yang
By
Hannah Yang
Fiction

Round vs Flat Character: Differences and Definitions in Literature

A round character is defined by their complexity. Flat characters are uncomplicated and lack depth. Learn how to write a round vs flat character.

Ashleigh Ferguson
By
Ashleigh Ferguson
Punctuation Glossary

Semicolon vs Colon: What’s the Difference?

When should you use a semicolon vs colon in your writing? Semicolons connect independent clauses whereas colons introduce information.

Ashleigh Ferguson
By
Ashleigh Ferguson
Writing 101

How to Write a Book Review in 5 Steps

A book review is a critical assessment of a recently published book, which helps readers decide whether or not to read that book. Learn how to write a book review.

Hannah Yang
By
Hannah Yang
Engagement Pieces

Looking for a Writing Contest to Enter?

These are the best free writing contests in 2021 and 2022.

Hannah Yang
By
Hannah Yang
Romance

How to Write Enemies to Lovers: 5 Top Tips

This article explains what the enemies to lover trope is, discusses well-known examples, and gives you five top tips for how to write enemies to lovers stories.

Hannah Yang
By
Hannah Yang
Fiction

How to Write a Novel: Top 20 Tips

There are a lot of writing tips that work well for successful novelists. We’ve compiled some of the most useful advice about how to write a novel.

Hannah Yang
By
Hannah Yang
Common Spelling Mistakes

Any Time vs Anytime: Difference and Correct Usage Explained

What's the difference between any time vs anytime? Both phrases mean "at whatever time," but they are not interchangeable. Learn more in this article.

Millie Dinsdale
By
Millie Dinsdale
Writing Apps

Hemingway Editor/App Review (2023)

Hemingway Editor is designed to “make your writing bold and clear.” Learn whether Hemingway might be right for you.

Hannah Yang
By
Hannah Yang
Writing Apps

Is Grammarly Premium Worth It?

Grammarly is an AI-powered writing assistant that checks your writing for spelling errors, grammatical mistakes, and more. Is Grammarly Premium worth it?

Hannah Yang
By
Hannah Yang
Writing Apps

Linguix vs Grammarly: Which Is Better for You?

Grammarly is a grammar checker that helps you strengthen your prose, while Linguix offers many similar features at a slightly lower price. Learn more about Linguix vs Grammarly.

Hannah Yang
By
Hannah Yang
Writing Apps

Grammarly vs WhiteSmoke: Which Is Better for You?

Which is better, Grammarly vs WhiteSmoke? Both are AI-powered editing tools that can help strengthen your writing. Learn more about the features each tool offers.

Hannah Yang
By
Hannah Yang
Fiction

Self-Editing for Fiction Writers: 10 Top Tips

Editing your own writing can feel daunting to authors. Here are our top ten tips for self-editing for fiction writers.

Krystal N. Craiker
By
Krystal N. Craiker
ProWritingAid Help

Coming up on ProWritingAid in 2023

Learn about the new features released in ProWritingAid in 2022, and get a sneak-peek into what's coming in 2023.

The ProWritingAid Team
By
The ProWritingAid Team
Sci-fi and Fantasy

Writing Science Fiction: The Ultimate Guide

Writing science fiction requires you to ask big questions, tackle major themes, and solve a problem. Here are 7 steps for how to write a sci-fi novel.

Krystal N. Craiker
By
Krystal N. Craiker
Fiction

How to Write a Fiction Book: 10 Steps You Can't Miss!

This article will give you a step-by-step guide on how to write a fiction book.

Hannah Yang
By
Hannah Yang
Business Writing

The Ultimate Guide to Launching Your Freelance Writing Business

Looking to start your freelance writing business but not sure where to begin? Follow our simple four-step guide to launch your business right.

Micah McGuire
By
Micah McGuire
Fiction

The 3 Levels of Stakes Every Great Story Needs

The protagonist of every great story has something at stake. Learn more about the three levels of stakes that every great story needs: public, private, and philosophical.

Hannah Yang
By
Hannah Yang
Sentence Structures

Compound-Complex Sentence: Definition and Examples

A compound-complex sentence has two or more independent clauses and one dependent clause. Read on to learn more about compound-complex sentences.

Ashleigh Ferguson
By
Ashleigh Ferguson
Writing Apps

AutoCrit vs ProWritingAid: Which Is Better?

When it comes to AutoCrit vs ProWritingAid, which is the best? We compare both editing apps so you can see which one is right for you.

Krystal N. Craiker
By
Krystal N. Craiker
Fiction

How to Publish a Children's Book: 7 Steps for New Authors

There are three paths for publishing a children’s book: traditional publishing, indie publishing, and self-publishing. Learn how to publish a children’s book in this article.

Hannah Yang
By
Hannah Yang
Fiction

35 Best Holiday Books

Looking for a festive read? Here are the best holiday books in seven categories: classic, romance, fantasy, crime, children’s, young adult, and general fiction.

Sarah Oakley
By
Sarah Oakley