Write well. Write often. Edit wisely.
Tips for writing character thought and inner dialogue. There are options for punctuation and method.
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Writers sometimes don’t know how to begin writing a new story, but you can begin anywhere, with any story element. You can begin at any point in the story.
A story can’t be about everything and everyone; there must be focus. Direct characters and readers by pointing them where you want them to go and cut out everything that distracts or doesn’t belong.
A reader wondered what she should study to help her become an editor. Study whatever interests you and a whole lot more.
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There is not only one way to write a sentence, a scene, a chapter, or a story. Writing a novel isn’t only about plugging in words and events and scenes in accordance with a formula. It’s writing with skill and artistry.
The reader will focus on what stands out. Turn the reader's attention where you want it to go.
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