RESOURCES FOR WRITERS
Six
Ways To Tighten Your Writing
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Learn how to avoid wimpy verbs, tangled prepositional phrases,
boring adverbs and other clunkers.
Proofreading 101
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If writing, as William Styron once said,
is hell, then rewriting is pure hell. And proofreading is even
worse. After finishing a book, you want to celebrate, not reread
what you've just written, line by line and word for word. And
yet, once the party's over, that's exactly what good writers
do. This article describes how to proofread your work.
The
Music Of Writing
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Words, even on paper, are never
silent. They make sounds in your reader's mind. If writing
pleases your ear, chances are good it will please your reader's
ear also.
Things That Go "Bump" When You Write
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Things that go bump when
you write aren't scary - they're boring. They are words and
phrases that weaken your manuscript, distract the reader, and
suggest lazy writing.
A Course in Creative Schizophrenia
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Believable dialogue is a powerful tool - nothing
moves a story along like people talking. If you're struggling
with stilted dialogue, read Karen Hertzberg's tips and exercises
to help you hear voices in your head.
Book
Review: Four Books On Editing And Revision
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Books on editing and revision are readily available, but how do
you know which ones to buy? Here's a review and rating of four
books: The 10% Solution, the First Five Pages, The Complete
Guide to Editing Your Fiction, and Getting the Words Right.
The Art of
Keeping a Journal
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Read this article if
you've ever considered starting a journal
Ten Ways to
Use a Journal
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Learn how a journal can
enrich your life and improve your writing
Tips for Keeping a Journal
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Whether you're new to
journaling or you've been writing for years, these ideas can
help you get more from your journal
