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122 votes

The "Rules" of Writing

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Is it worth switching to Dvorak?

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How do you track random thoughts and ideas?

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How to overcome the fact that I can't write long stories?

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What's the best version control system for a book writer?

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Are there any websites where you can find skilled beta readers?

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When to accept an editor's rewrite request?

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Where is the best place to "twist" a series?

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Submitting a novel for publication: do editors still expect Courier font?

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How do I overcome a lack of motivation to write at home?

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Should DOIs ever be preferred to ISBNs?

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What are some ways to get to know your characters?

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Should I translate my own writings into a second language I also know well?

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Avoiding Deus Ex Machina resolutions?

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Resources for character development

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How to switch pov characters mid-scene without jarring the reader?

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Should a long flashback be written in first or third person?

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Level of detail in description of character checking the news

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Are there any good tablets out there for writing/editing?

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Is there a rule of thumb about the number of pages a work of fiction should have?

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What to do about readers reading into things?

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Can someone explain set pieces?

7 votes

Podcasts useful for improving writing skills

7 votes

When is it a good time to move on to another project?

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Switching POV: Should it ever be done at all?

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How does one go about writing "official" fanfiction?

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Where is a good place to find writing prompts?

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Help! I've got Writer's Block

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How can I write anonymously (based on true experiences)?

6 votes

How to write a prompt email?