Tips for Aspiring Writers
Our blog offers tips and advice for correcting errors in your print and online content that could embarrass you and hurt your credibility.
Non-sequential Writing: Do You Write by Inspiration?
Don’t give up on writing your stories because your inspiration for each section doesn’t flow from beginning to end. What is non-sequential writing? Non-sequential writing defies the notion that stories must be written in order from start to finish. Writers often struggle to complete their narratives because they assume their inspirations must flow in the order their stories unfold. Not all stories are sequential, but most writers tell their stories in sequential order. A sequential story typically has a clear beginning through a well-defined middle, leading to a satisfying conclusion. However, for many writers, the craft of writing their [...]
The Value of Becoming a Decisive Writer
The role of decisiveness should not be underestimated in a writer's process. How are decisive writers different? Are you a decisive writer? Most will say yes, but I wonder how often that's true. Many confuse decisiveness with good decision-making. Even if you’re a good decision-maker, you’ll undoubtedly limit your writing career if you can’t act [...]
Your Inner Critic: The Voice of a Writer’s Self-Doubts
The inner critic is certainly not an original concept. I describe it as the “inner voice” that expresses our self-doubts. For example, my self-doubts still surface whenever I consider writing on an unfamiliar topic or later when submitting the finished article to an editor or publisher.
Using Semicolons Effectively in Your Writing
Understanding how to use semicolons correctly can enhance your writing and help you communicate more effectively. What is a semicolon? A semicolon (;) connects two or more independent clauses in a single sentence that are closely related in thought. Using them correctly is important because they can serve several functions and should not be [...]
