When you’re writing a novel, you want to make it exciting and appealing to your intended audience. Novel openings can often play an important part in getting people to develop an interest in your novel. The way you start your novel is, therefore, very important. Luckily, we’re here to help you out. Here are seven […]
7 Creative Ideas To Write Spotless Novel Openings
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Call For Submissions
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For Published Authors: A global non-profit is seeking to acquire digital publishing rights to children’s and YA books aimed at encouraging female participation in athletic activities. If you are a published author, please find more information and submit your title for consideration HERE.
Bloomsday Writing Competition 2020
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Calling on the poets!!! There’s an ongoing poetry writing competition, sponsored by the Embassy of Ireland in Nigeria, you should enter for. The competition is in celebration of Bloomsday; an annual celebration of the life and works of the great Irish writer James Joyce (1882 – 1941). It is observed every June 16. Submission Guidelines […]
How To Beat The Writer’s Block: 5 Best Tips
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When you’re a writer, you face a new challenge every day. Whether it’s turning your ideas into great written content, finding the inner peace you need for writing, or staying motivated. One of the biggest challenges writers need to face is the writer’s block. We’ve all been there. You’re sitting in front of the screen […]
Stress And Loneliness Reduction Through Writing
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We live in a time when stress and loneliness are some of the major issues people struggle with. Feeling stressed out is something people of all ages, professions, and backgrounds are facing daily. But, the problems don’t stop there since stress is one of the major causes of numerous additional health problems. This is why […]
How Social Distancing May Foster Your Writing Process
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Whether you are just starting out as a writer or you have previous experience, you are probably always looking for inspiration. Finding yourself in a situation where you have to spend days indoors can negatively affect your productivity. With social distancing taking place and becoming the new normal, you might need some new ways to […]
The 2020 Commonwealth Short Story Prize Shortlist Is Out!
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Earlier today, the shortlist for the 2020 Commonwealth Short Story Prize was released and we’re very excited. Now in its ninth year, the Commonwealth Short Story Prize is awarded annually for the best piece of unpublished short fiction from the Commonwealth. Out of the 5,107 entries received from 49 Commonwealth countries, 20 unique stories made […]