• Happy Ancestor Appreciation Day!

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    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 a day to feel motivated to ask questions and spend time with family. If you are a writer then this is a perfect writing challenge for today. Take a look at the few different ways you can observe the holiday and incorporate writing into your…

  • Fall is the perfect season for creative writing. So grab your favorite pumpkin-flavored treat and get to writing! Here are 10 fall-themed writing prompts ...

    10 Autumn-Themed Writing Prompts

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    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 to feed your creativity! And what better way than with some fresh writing prompts? No matter what kind of project you’re embarking on this season, grab your favorite pumpkin-flavored treat and get to writing! Here are 10 autumn-themed writing prompts to get your pen moving.…

  • We have put together a list of five goals to help all of you aspiring authors who are ready to cross that finish line and make your book happen this year...

    5 Goals for Aspiring Authors

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    We have put together a list of five goals to help all of you aspiring authors who are ready to cross that finish line and make your book happen this year once and for all. 1. Writing Goals It’s time to make a realistic action plan you can stick to. Be honest with yourself and set a goal to hit a specific number of words on a consistent basis. And whatever you do, don’t let writer’s block stand in your way.  2. Publishing Goals Write down your expectations for self-publishing. Are you just trying to publish a few copies for…

  • If you’ve decided to participate in your first writing workshop you may be wondering what you can do to be best prepared. Keep reading for our do's and d...

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

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    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 of writers and a professional to oversee the activity, you’ll most likely receive specific instructions for how to prepare for the workshop. Since you’ll be trading writing pieces with others in the class, you will need to have your writing in the best possible shape.…