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Crafting Complex Characters: The Big Five Dimensions of Believable Characters

The ‘Big Five’ is one of the tried-and-true methods for creating fictional people that feel real. Writing believable characters can be tough, which is why it’s important to take your time crafting characters that leap off the page.  An unbelievable character can pull your reader out of the story or, worse, cause them to put […]

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Simple Tips To Help You Write an Attention-Grabbing Cover Letter

A cover letter for your book is one of the most important parts of the publishing process if you want to pursue the traditional publishing route. The first thing agents and publishers will see when they open your submission packet is your cover letter. The cover letter for your book is the best chance you

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8 Things To Do After Finishing the First Draft of Your Novel

Weeks, months, and years of work later and you’ve finally finished the first draft of your novel. Congratulations! Take a moment to celebrate, because finishing your first draft is a huge accomplishment.  However, typing The End doesn’t mean you’ve reached the finish line just yet. So, what happens next? Before you jump into editing your

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