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Combine Goals with Systems for Maximum Productivity

Too many writers focus on goals. But to maximize productivity, you need to focus on systems.

Tom Meitner
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Tom Meitner
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Time-Saving Social Media Tips for Businesses

Time-saving social media tips for business are crucial for those who use social media to promote their brand. If you would like to gain some free time, rea

Sarah Oakley
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Sarah Oakley
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Planning and Sticking to Your Writing Goals in 2023

Setting your writing goals and sticking to them isn't always easy. Use these strategies to help you actually finish your novel.

Now Novel
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Now Novel
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Nora Roberts' Writing Style: Learn How She Writes

One of the most prolific romance writers, Nora Roberts, writes a new romance novel every 45 days. How does she do it?

Kathy Edens
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Kathy Edens
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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
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Hannah Yang
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Looking for a Writing Contest to Enter?

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

Hannah Yang
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Hannah Yang
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100+ Holiday Card Messages: Best Greetings and Sayings

This article gives you 100+ holiday card messages you can use to write the perfect holiday card.

Hannah Yang
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Hannah Yang
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Christmas Gifts for Writers: 26 Best Ideas Every Writer Needs

See the best Christmas gifts for writers this year to help give you ideas.

Hayley Milliman
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Hayley Milliman
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Extended Metaphor: Definition, Meaning, and Examples in Literature

An extended metaphor is a metaphor that continues throughout multiple sentences, paragraphs, or even an entire poem or story.

Hannah Yang
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Hannah Yang
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13 Best Sherlock Holmes Adaptations in Books, Film, and TV

Sherlock Holmes is the most frequently portrayed literary character. The most recent adaptation is Enola Holmes on Netflix. Let’s look at some of the other adaptations over the years.

Ashleigh Ferguson
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Ashleigh Ferguson
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Why House of the Dragon Has us Thinking About Sbagliatos

Emma D'Arcy went viral on social media for saying their favorite drink is a negroni sbagliato. What does sbagliato mean? Sbagliato means broken in Italian.

Krystal N. Craiker
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Krystal N. Craiker
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The Queen’s Best Speeches: Learning from Royal Rhetoric

Her Majesty’s legacy included some powerful royal rhetoric. Here’s what writers can learn from the Queen’s best speeches.

Krystal N. Craiker
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Krystal N. Craiker
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Copy Editing Software/Apps vs Professional Editor: Which is Better?

Should you use self-editing software, or hire a professional editor? JoEllen Nordström recommends a combination of both.

JoEllen Nordstrom
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JoEllen Nordstrom
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Content Marketing vs Account-Based Marketing: Which is Better?

What are the differences between content marketing vs account-based marketing? Is one better than the other? Find out here!

Kathy Edens
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Kathy Edens
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15 Legitimate Places to Find Blogging Clients

Struggling to find blogging clients? Here are 15+ legitimate places to find reputable blogging business.

Tom Meitner
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Tom Meitner
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Writing Aesthetic: What It Is and How To Find Yours

A writing aesthetic is the overall feeling or vibe of a writer's works. You can find your writing aesthetic by analyzing your themes and writing style.

Krystal N. Craiker
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Krystal N. Craiker
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Storytelling for Leaders: Why Is It Important?

Heard that storytelling is an important leadership skill? Here's how to master storytelling for leaders.

A.J. Ogilvie
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A.J. Ogilvie
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Why Beyoncé and Lizzo Should Have Used ProWritingAid

Beyoncé and Lizzo have been criticized for using ableist slurs in their songs. Here’s how to avoid ableist language and ensure your writing is inclusive.

Shona Jackson
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Shona Jackson
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The 20 Most Employable University Degrees

A bachelor's degree doesn't guarantee a job. In this article, we reveal the 20 most employable degrees in the US.

Shona Jackson
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Shona Jackson
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Write-Publish-Profit Infostack Deal 2022

Infostack is back with $6,500 of Writing Resources for $49!

Millie Dinsdale
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Millie Dinsdale
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How to Write the Date Correctly

There are many different ways to write the date. Here's what you need to know about how to write the date correctly, including proper date format and where to put commas.

Krystal N. Craiker
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Krystal N. Craiker
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Top 10 Public University Degrees That Get Graduates a $100k Salary Within Three Years

69% of private universities with $100k earning prospects do not guarantee a job within two years.

Lisa Lepki
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Lisa Lepki
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Daily Habits & Writing Routines of 21 Famous Authors

Take inspiration from the daily writing routines of these famous authors.

Alex Simmonds
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Alex Simmonds
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Lindley Murray: The Father of English Grammar

Lindley Murray's best-selling grammar book made him the "father of English grammar." Learn all about him in this article.

Allison Bressmer
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Allison Bressmer
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Ecommerce for Authors: 5 Steps to Set Up Your Online Bookstore

Lulu.com have provided their top five tips for setting up an online bookstore. These tips are: research, know your audience, build an online presence, create an amazing product, and tell people about it.

Chelsea Bennett
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Chelsea Bennett
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How To Create An Author's Website on WordPress

An author's website is an essential part of book marketing. Here are some tips and tricks for setting up your own website on WordPress.

The ProWritingAid Team
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The ProWritingAid Team
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Should You Buy or Rent College Textbooks?

Booksrun have listed the pros and cons for buying vs. renting college textbooks.

Natalia Tsahelnik
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Natalia Tsahelnik
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5 Common Book Cover Blunders That Deter Readers

Here are the five most common book cover mistakes that new writers make.

Pamela Koehne-Drube
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Pamela Koehne-Drube
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Shore Scripts: A History of the Short Film Fund

The Shore Scripts Short Film Fund helps aspiring screenwriters break into the industry. They have awarded thousands of dollars, and even helped one writer win a coveted BAFTA.

Millie Dinsdale
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Millie Dinsdale
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10 Editor Red Flags

Tips on self-editing, and 10 questions to ask if you're planning to hire a professional editor.

JoEllen Nordstrom
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JoEllen Nordstrom
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The 2022 Debut Dagger Award, Sponsored by ProWritingAid

Find out the winner of the CWA Debut Dagger (sponsored by ProWritingAid) and discover your new favorite crime author.

Libby Bushill
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Libby Bushill
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How to Write an Impressive Apology Letter

Humans are not perfect. We make mistakes—but we can also own up to those mistakes to atone for them. Learn how to craft the perfect apology letter in this article.

Millie Dinsdale
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Millie Dinsdale
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Examples of Metaphors in Literature

Metaphors are figures of speech that add creativity and intensity to your work. Here are some examples of metaphors that will help you use them in your writing.

Allison Bressmer
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Allison Bressmer
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Upcoming Free Online Events for Writers: Learn With Us

ProWritingAid is arranging a variety of free online training for writers during their isolation. With live webinars and workshops being added all the time, here are all the ways you can learn with ProWritingAid each month. Don't miss any of these free writing courses.

Hayley Milliman
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Hayley Milliman
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How Writers Use ProWritingAid: ProWritingAid's Featured Writers Series, December 2021

Each month, we’ll feature two ProWritingAid users. Read about their writing processes here.

Libby Bushill
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Libby Bushill
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ProWritingAid Presents: Self-Editing School with JoEllen Nordström

Learn how to edit your book in our brand new monthly webinar.

The ProWritingAid Team
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The ProWritingAid Team