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Articles on Writing Fiction




* "10 Reasons Why Your Work May Not Get Published" by Lena Sledge

* "12 Fiction Writing Tips From Published Authors and Editors" by Laurie Pawlik-Kienlen

* "Common Mechanical Pitfalls" by Dr. Vicki Hinze

* "Six Editing Tips for New Fiction Writers" by Will Ross

* Terry McMillan's Advice to Aspiring Writers

* "Top Ten Tips for Overcoming Writer's Block" by Ginny Wiehardt

* Top 25 Blogs for Writers

*Writing Habits of 21 Famous Authors: How to Cultivate Healthy Writing Habits

Book That May Help You Perfect Your Craft




Listed below are writing resources that may help you on your writing journey. I have listed books and writing guides that I have personally purchased and highly recommend. Check back frequently for additional updates.

* "Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life" by Anne Lamott

* "Writer's Guide to Character Traits" by Dr. Linda Edelstein

* "Elements of Fiction Writing - Beginnings, Middles & Ends" by Nancy Kress

* "The Fire in Fiction: Passion, Purpose and Techniques to Make Your Novel Great" by Donald Maass

* "The First Five Pages: A Writer's Guide To Staying Out of the Rejection Pile" by Noah Lukeman

* "How to Write a Damn Good Novel, II: Advanced Techniques For Dramatic Storytelling" by James Frey

* "Plot & Structure: (Techniques And Exercises For Crafting A Plot That Grips Readers From Start To     Finish)" by James Scott Bell

* "Reading Like a Writer: A Guide for People Who Love Books and for Those Who Want to Write Them" by Francine Prose

* "Self-Editing for Fiction Writers, Second Edition: How to Edit Yourself Into Print" by Renni Browne & Dave King

* "Stein On Writing: A Master Editor of Some of the Most Successful Writers of Our Century Shares His Craft Techniques and Strategies" by Sol Stein"

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"Word Painting: A Guide to Write More Descriptively" by Rebecca McClanahan


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