Common Writing Questions And The Best Answers | Writer’s Relief
Ronnie L. Smith
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In almost twenty-nine years of helping to create effective submission strategies and offering writers smart advice, the experts at?Writer’s Relief ?have been asked almost every possible question. Fortunately, we usually have an answer! From how to create a great title, to composing dialogue, to sending out submissions and more, our grammar gurus, research specialists, and submission strategists have written articles that help writers improve both their craft and their odds of getting published. Here are some common writing questions and the articles offering our best answers.
Common Writing Questions And The Answers
Q: Do you have any tips for coming up with a great title?
A:?How To Come Up With A Great Title For Your Book (Or Story Or Poem) : There’s a lot at stake in a title: It’s your readers’ first impression of your work, and it’s got to be evocative, unique, and precise. Here’s how to come up with a great title for your novel, memoir, short story, or poem.
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Q: I want to start submitting my writing. Where do I start?
A:?The Submissions Checklist Every Writer Should Use : When you’re ready to submit your creative writing to literary magazines and to literary agents, start with this essential checklist to prepare submissions that will get results.
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Q: How do I write dialogue that flows and sounds realistic?
A:?5 Easy Exercises To Help You Write Believable Dialogue : Well-written dialogue can advance your story’s plot, create tension, establish conflict, and develop character. Sharpen your skills with these dialogue exercises!
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Q: Should you start a sentence with “but” or “and”? I’ve heard it’s incorrect.
A:?Can You Start A Sentence With “But” Or “And”? : Some writers insist it is wrong to begin a sentence with a conjunction, but starting a sentence with these informal transitive words has long been accepted by the major style guides! Learn more about this divisive grammar topic.
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Q: Help! I found a big hole in my story’s plot! How can I fix it?
A:?How To Spot And Fix Plot Holes In Your Short Story Or Novel : Plot holes can range from minor inconsistencies to huge gaps in time and space logic that pull the reader out of the flow and plot of the story. Use these expert tips to smooth things over.
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Q: Should I make submissions one at a time or to multiple literary journals at once?
A:?Why Simultaneous Submissions Are A Smarter Strategy : In today’s publishing landscape, making simultaneous submissions is a smarter strategy that boosts your chances of getting an acceptance from a literary journal. Here’s how to work this numbers game to your advantage.
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Q: What should I include in my cover letter to literary editors?
A:?The Fundamentals Of A Cover Letter For Poems, Stories, And Personal Essays : Your cover letter to editors should be professional, no more than one page, and contain only basic information about your writing submission and your author bio. Check out the elements your creative writing cover letter must include.
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Q: I heard you should never use tropes in your writing. True or false?
A:?Using Tropes When Writing: The Pros And Cons : A trope can act as shorthand for your readers so they have clear expectations, but they can also be overdone. Compare the pros and cons of using tropes in your writing before you make a decision.
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