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What is a beat?

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What does Character development actually mean?

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Self publishing: Do I still need to follow the arbitrary word count limits?

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Do books have to be written in sequence?

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2nd Draft- Fix spelling/grammar or plot first?

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Should I start work on a sequel before I have sold my book?

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How can I convey dates (with ordering) for events happening under different dating systems, e.g. a Sci-Fi story spread over the galaxy?

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How to separate scenes in a chapter?

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how many books by new authors get published every year?

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What to do if I can't meet my chapter word count?

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2nd draft- rewrite from scratch?

editing

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If I'm going to hire a copyeditor, do I need to do any proofing myself?

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Can I write my sub stories separately?

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How do I start editing my novel?

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How to give the readers breathing space, without putting them to sleep?

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Do we need a gap of time between drafts?

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How should I format a non fiction book with Scrivener?

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Is character driven fiction more successful than plot driven fiction?

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Do all main characters require equal development?

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Do I have to revise my book on paper?

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31 Questions

How does the 10,000 hour rule apply to writing?

My cool character is doing nothing for the plot. How do I deal with him?

What is a beat?

Is there a good project management software for writers?

Is there a quick way to know I have created a Mary Sue?

What does Character development actually mean?

Self publishing: Do I still need to follow the arbitrary word count limits?

Do books have to be written in sequence?

2nd Draft- Fix spelling/grammar or plot first?

How do I keep the plot interesting in a humorous book?

Should I start work on a sequel before I have sold my book?

How can I convey dates (with ordering) for events happening under different dating systems, e.g. a Sci-Fi story spread over the galaxy?

How to separate scenes in a chapter?

Are fantasy books expected to be trilogies?

how many books by new authors get published every year?

What to do if I can't meet my chapter word count?

2nd draft- rewrite from scratch?

If I'm going to hire a copyeditor, do I need to do any proofing myself?

Can I write my sub stories separately?

How do I start editing my novel?

How to give the readers breathing space, without putting them to sleep?

Is it easy to change genre?

Do we need a gap of time between drafts?

How should I format a non fiction book with Scrivener?

I have too much dialogue, how do I add more description?

What is a log line, and why are they bad?

How to show that the current scene is a continuation of an earlier one?

Is character driven fiction more successful than plot driven fiction?

Do all main characters require equal development?

Do I have to revise my book on paper?