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Grammar is essential for creating meaning in writing. It is one of the main ways to ensure that your message is clearly and accurately understood. Read on to learn more about why grammar is important in writing, and how you can master it.

How to Become a Writer: Our Complete Guide

If you've ever wondered how to become a writer, we've got you covered. Learn about all the different types of professional writing and how to break into writing.

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Poetic Devices: Complete Guide and Examples

What's a poetic device? A poetic device is a form of literary device used in poetry. Poetic devices use grammar, rhythm, structure, and more to convey meaning. Learn how to use them effectively now.

Cause and Effect: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

Causes are actions that create effects, or outcomes. Cause and effect relationships are easy to recognize if you know how to look for them.

Join ProWritingAid at Crime Writer's Week

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How to Use ProWritingAid's Sticky Sentences Report

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14 Creative Writing Exercises to Improve Your Writing

These 14 writing exercises encourage creativity, more thoughtful writing, and daily writing habits. Use them to improve your writing.

Story Elements: 7 Main Elements of a Story and 5 Elements of Plot

What are the 7 story elements and 5 elements of plot? Learn about all them and how to use them in your writing.

Draft2Digital Acquires Smashwords

Two of the biggest forerunners in the self-publishing industry will now become one. Draft2Digital is acquiring Smashwords. We discuss what this could mean for its authors, publishers, and retailers.

3 Best Worldbuilding Apps for Your RPG or Fantasy Novel

What do tabletop gamers, game designers, and fantasy authors have in common? They all need the perfect worldbuilding program. Here are our three favorite apps to build the world of your dreams.

5 Common Book Cover Blunders That Deter Readers

The five most common book cover mistakes are: including too much content, oversharing, not considering the audience, copyright issues, and ignoring the genre. Read on to find out what to do instead.

The Debut Dagger 2022: Sponsored by ProWritingAid

ProWritingAid is thrilled to be sponsoring the Crime Writers' Association's Debut Dagger award as part of their 2022 Dagger awards series. The CWA Debut Dagger is a renowned competition for the opening of a crime novel open to writers who are not yet traditionally published.

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Grammar Guide

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Free Giveaway: The Ultimate Crime Writer's Toolkit

5 Reasons Why Grammar Is Important in Writing

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Poetic Devices: Complete Guide and Examples

Cause and Effect: Definition, Meaning, and Examples

Join ProWritingAid at Crime Writer's Week

How to Use ProWritingAid's Sticky Sentences Report

14 Creative Writing Exercises to Improve Your Writing

Story Elements: 7 Main Elements of a Story and 5 Elements of Plot

Draft2Digital Acquires Smashwords

3 Best Worldbuilding Apps for Your RPG or Fantasy Novel

5 Common Book Cover Blunders That Deter Readers

The Debut Dagger 2022: Sponsored by ProWritingAid

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