Common Writing Mistakes Writers Make and How to Avoid Them

No writer is perfect. Not even the wonderful Joyce Carol Oates, nor the splendid Dan Brown. There are only efficient writers. Efficient writers are those that avoid typical mistakes. As a newbie, you are prone to making many mistakes and that’s forgivable because you’re new, but after learning what these mistakes are and how to […]

What Is Creative Writing? (An Introduction)

Creative writing is an art of expressing ideas and imagination in words. Examples include: stories, biographies, poems, etc. How can you write creatively? Some say creative writing comes naturally, but just like any other skill, creative writing can be learnt and mastered if you are determined to get it right. The first thing to watch […]

How to Capture the Mind of Your Readers

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The most important words in your writing are the first one your readers see. It will either pull them in, or push them out. Knowing how to grab your reader’s attention might be tricky, but it is doable Not only that, but it helps ma sure the reader goes beyond the first lines to buying, […]

The Basics of Creative Writing

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Creative writing is an art form with elements and principles to follow. Understanding these basics will make it easier for anyone who wants to be a creative writer. Character: This is the most important element of your writing, since the story revolves around him/her. Your character could be real or fictitious, human or an object. […]

The Techniques of Writing

Writing is a means of communication through words between the writer and the reader and like every other skill, there are techniques that must be followed. The following listed techniques are a must if you intend to pursue a career in writing. Have an idea of what you want to write about, then conduct research […]