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How to Write a Captivating Short Story

Filed in Writing Tips by Daylin on January 12, 2023 • 0 Comments

According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, a short story is defined as an invented narrative that’s shorter than a novel, deals with a few characters, and often concentrates on the creation of mood rather than plot. A short story can come in varying shapes and sizes: Traditional: 1,500-5000 words Flash Fiction: 500-1,000 words Micro Fiction: 5-350 words […]

Happy Ancestor Appreciation Day!

Filed in Author Inspirations by Daylin on September 27, 2022 • 0 Comments

Happy Ancestor Appreciation Day, a day to look into your family history! Most people can’t trace their lineage beyond a couple of past generations. That’s why every year on September 27th, Ancestor Appreciation Day comes to motivate families to gather and discuss their descent. Ancestor Appreciation Day helps reignite the importance of ancestry and is […]

10 Autumn-Themed Writing Prompts

Filed in Author Inspirations by Daylin on September 22, 2022 • 0 Comments

Happy First Day of Fall! Fall (or Autumn) is the perfect season for creative writing. It is a time when stories come alive and there are so many places to pull inspiration from. Whether you’re just practicing writing or are starting to think about your next novel project for NaNoWriMo in November, now’s the time […]

The Do’s and Don’ts for a Successful Writing Workshop

Filed in Ask the Editor by Erika Bennett on November 9, 2021 • 0 Comments

If you’ve decided to participate in your first writing workshop — either virtually or in person — you may be wondering what you can do to be best prepared for your time with other writers and how to make the most of that time. Since a writing workshop typically takes place with a small group […]

31 Days of Writing Prompts (Fall Edition)

Filed in Author Inspirations by Erika Bennett on October 5, 2021 • 0 Comments

Autumn is a great season to spend time journaling because we naturally begin to look back and reflect on the year. Take time to record your thoughts this month by participating in our 31 writing prompts. As you will see there is a writing prompt for every day of the month, but don’t feel like you […]