List: Writing Tips | Curated by Cassandra C. Stirling

Sep 24, 2023
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Writing TipsWriting tips and tricks for nonfiction, memoir, and fiction novels and stories.
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Why You? Identifying Your Why For Stronger Nonfiction Writing (Part 2)Make sure you know what you’re bringing to the table
Aug 5, 2023
Aug 5, 2023
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Why Should Readers Read Your Book?Identify Your Why For Stronger Nonfiction Writing (Part 3)
Sep 18, 2023
Sep 18, 2023
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Why This Topic? Identifying Your Why for Stronger Nonfiction Writing (Part 1)Make sure you are clear on the topic and what is motivating you to write it before you begin.
Jul 14, 2023
Jul 14, 2023
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Stand Out with Your Nonfiction NarrativeWhat it is and why it’s important
Sep 28, 2022
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Sep 28, 2022
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How to Keep Them Turning the Page in a MemoirEnd each chapter in a way that moves the reader through the book
May 27, 2022
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May 27, 2022
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How to Conclude Your Nonfiction Chapter or StoryTop four nonfiction conclusion tips to leave the reader feeling satisfied, while still hungry for more
Apr 28, 2022
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Apr 28, 2022
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What Does the Legal Argument Method Have to Do with Nonfiction Writing?The IRAC method is the perfect way to structure nonfiction chapters
Mar 27, 2022
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Mar 27, 2022
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So What?Quick writing tip to write for the reader, not for your mom
Dec 21, 2021
Dec 21, 2021
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Quick Tip: When to Use That, Which or WhoIt is easy to get something that seems easy wrong, or something like that
Feb 12, 2022
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Feb 12, 2022
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How to Write Great NonfictionSix quick tips to keep your readers hooked on the page
Dec 7, 2021
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Dec 7, 2021
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How to Connect to Your Readers in Nonfiction ContentTips to grab readers’ attention and increase engagement
Nov 15, 2021
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Nov 15, 2021
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Creating a Good Writing HabitHaving a good writing habit — specific weekday, time or even just place — is the key to getting those words cranked out.
Aug 13, 2020
Aug 13, 2020
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Make it Tangible: Concrete Writing of an Abstract IdeaLearn how to take an abstract concept and make it real.
Sep 3, 2020
Sep 3, 2020
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Quick Tip: How to Write More ConciselyLearn how to express yourself as clearly and simply as possible
Nov 12, 2020
Nov 12, 2020
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Creating Nonfiction Chapters from Multiple SourcesHow to use the Jigsaw Method to determine themes, chapter structure, and chapter content
Jul 25, 2021
Jul 25, 2021
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Creating Your Initial Cover DesignHow I created my cover design when I didn’t have a clue what it should look like
Aug 12, 2021
Aug 12, 2021
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Who Are You Writing For?How to be a successful author, or at least how to figure out the best path for you based on your purpose for writing and how you write
Oct 11, 2021
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Oct 11, 2021
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Book Publishing Codes & CategoriesHow to figure out your book codes and categories on publishing platforms for your self-published novel
Sep 20, 2021
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Sep 20, 2021
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Giving Readers a Roadmap via TransitionsDifferent types of transitions to smooth the jump between themes in your writing.
Jul 29, 2020
Jul 29, 2020
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Writing a Fiction Novel?Try These Tips to Mix it Up
Dec 18, 2020
Dec 18, 2020