engaging novels
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How to enhance readability
Many writers overlook the reading experience when crafting their stories. Don’t make the same mistake! In this article, learn how to enhance the readability of your novels and short stories.
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Atmosphere Press Author Interview
This is an author interview I did with Atmosphere Press. I was one of the winners in a competition on Instagram for the most interesting writers and novels. Each winner got an interview to help them promote their story and their work. Who/what made you want to write? Was there a particular person, or particular…
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Boost your writing productivity!
“Discover the secret to unlocking your writing potential with the Pomodoro Technique and the Zeigarnik Effect. Learn how to conquer procrastination, stay focused, and boost creativity by breaking your writing sessions into manageable intervals and deliberately leaving tasks unfinished. Elevate your productivity and motivation in the world of words!”
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Captivating Novel Introductions: Writing the Perfect Opening Line!
“Unlock the secrets to crafting the perfect opening line for your novel with our guide. Learn from timeless examples in literature and discover how to captivate readers from the very first sentence. Dive into the art of intrigue, atmosphere, and emotion to create an opening that leaves a lasting impression. Your journey to writing a…
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ManyBooks Author of the Day 29/11/2023!
Daniel Pugsley – Exciting Historical Adventure Set in Babylon | ManyBooks Posted on 29th of November, 2023 by Naomi Bolton Daniel is a history nerd with a passion for all things historical fiction. As an English and ESOL teacher, he spent a decade living in Italy, Japan, Poland and the UAE. He is now back in…
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10 Book Marketing Strategies I’ve Tried!
Introduction As authors, we all want as many people as possible to read our books. However, in a saturated market, it takes a lot of effort to get noticed. Marketing a historical fiction novel is especially hard. Some research suggests that on average, you need to get in front of as many as 1,000 people…
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Alittum
Born: Eshnunna, 1774 BCE Position: Priestess of Ishtar Family: Niece of Muna, High Priestess of Ishtar Young life As an only child, Alittum was devoted to her parents. She grew up in a relatively poor part of Eshnunna, near the river, though her family were never close to starvation. This was largely due to aunt…
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Does Historical Fiction Need to Educate?
Introduction Authors of historical fiction have the unique ability to transport us to different eras, making history come alive in ways that textbooks and documentaries often cannot. However, as the popularity of historical fiction grows, so does the debate surrounding the ethical responsibilities of authors in educating their readers versus taking creative liberties with historical…
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How to Avoid Info Dumps in Your Novel
In this article, I’ll explore how to avoid info dumps and keep your readers hooked from start to finish.
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Boost your daily word count
Introduction In this article, I’m going to share 10 tips I found that can boost your daily word count as a writer. I can’t say I have incorporated all of them, but some of these definitely helped me with Son of Babylon! 1. Set clear goals One of the fundamental keys to writing more words…