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ProWritingAid Review: Is this Grammarly for Serious Writers?

Jun 11, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft

What does ProWritingAid offer and how does it compare to Grammarly? Find out in this comprehensive review and get 10% off a yearly subscription. Read more

Grammarly Alternatives: 19 Grammar Tools for Any Budget

Jun 07, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft

Want to eradicate all writing mistakes but you're not sure about Grammarly? Here are 18 alternative spelling and grammar tools you might want to see! Read more

7 Types of Conflict in Literature: A Writer's Guide

Jun 07, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft

Every battle a character picks is a type of conflict that drives a narrative forward. Discover the seven types of conflict and how they affect a story. Read more

How to Create Conflict in a Story (with 6 Simple Questions)

Jun 03, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft

This article will give you a character-led process that can help you identify the different elements of conflict that keep stories focused and compelling. Read more

What is a Short Story? Definitions and Examples

May 17, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft

Reedsy’s comprehensive guide to all things short story-related! In this series how to write, submit, and publish your short story. Read more

Inclusive Language: An Author's Guide (with Examples)

May 10, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft

Learn about inclusive language with examples that will help you welcome a wider range of readers into the wonderful world of your writing. Read more

How to Format a Children’s Manuscript (with Template & Example)

Apr 30, 2021 – Book Design

With the help of a free template, learn how to format your children's book manuscript to make a great first impression on agents and publishers. Read more

Comp Titles: The Key to Pitching Your Book

Apr 28, 2021 – Understanding Publishing

Ever wanted to know what comp titles are and how to use them? Editor Sam Brody reveals it all. Read more

10 Types of Creative Writing (with Examples You’ll Love)

Apr 28, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft

From personal essays and novels to graphic narratives, short stories, and memoirs — here are 10 types of creative writing you might enjoy. Read more

5 Agent-Approved Query Letter Examples

Apr 27, 2021

Need a query that cuts through? Check out these query letter examples, rated by real publishing professionals. Read more

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