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Tag Archives: Writing Tips

Character Development

Character development is a crucial aspect of any manuscript, whether it’s a novel, a memoir, or a screenplay. Developing well-rounded, believable, and relatable characters can make or break a story, and is often what sets a great work of fiction apart from a mediocre one.

Posted byKate Halena05/05/202327/10/2025Posted inCharacter DevelopmentTags:Writing Tips

Elements of a Story

To create a cohesive and engaging story, the following elements should be well-developed and well-crafted as they’re the foundation for a narrative structure.

Posted byKate Halena22/04/202327/10/2025Posted inStory DevelopmentTags:Writing Tips

Other Words For Said and Replied

Said and replied are common words used when writing dialogue in a story. They’re important to have, but you don’t need to use them every single time a character speaks. If there are two characters having a conversation, you may go without “said” or “replied”.

Posted byKate Halena10/06/201327/10/2025Posted inDialogueTags:Writing Tips2 Comments on Other Words For Said and Replied

Reducing Long-Winded Phrases

Long-winded phrases should be avoided when you’re writing a story.

Posted byKate Halena12/05/201227/10/2025Posted inEditingTags:Writing Tips2 Comments on Reducing Long-Winded Phrases

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