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How to Show Not Tell and Avoid Exposition Mistakes in Your Storytelling
Great stories need clear, natural exposition—not clunky walls of text. These fixes will sharpen your story right away. how to improve creative writing | how to show not tell in writing | expository writing examples | how to describe setting in writing | best fiction books | fantasy authors | story writer | writing characters | novel writing inspiration | writing exercises | novel writing | writing practice | writing inspiration | start writing | writing tips
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6 Subtle Ways to Write Attraction That Sizzles
Attraction doesn’t need to shout to be felt. 🔥 Here are 6 subtle ways to write chemistry that sizzles—without going over the top. It’s all in the tension. ✨ #WritingAttraction #RomanticTension #ShowDontTell #FictionWriting #WritingTips #CharacterChemistry #EmotionalWriting #WritersLife #AmWriting #CreativeWriting
Find out how to use subplots to add emotion depth to your novel! #writing-tips #kingdompen
How to Use Subplots to Magnify the Emotional Depth of Your Story
Find out how to use subplots to add emotion depth to your novel! #writing-tips #kingdompen
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10 Words to Describe a Difficult Journey
Searching for the right words to describe a difficult journey? Check out this post!
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First Chapters That Hook: How to Start Your Novel with a Bang 🔥📖
Your first chapter is your one shot to grab a reader’s attention. 🎯 This post walks you through how to start strong—establishing tone, hinting at conflict, and making readers care from page one. Perfect for novelists who want to skip the fluff and write an unforgettable opening. ✍️📚 #FirstChapter #NovelWriting #AmWriting #WritingAdvice #CreativeWriting #FictionWritingTips #StoryOpenings #WritersOfPinterest #HowToStartABook #WritingCraft
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How to Write Good Conflict That Drives Your Story Forward ⚔️
Conflict is at the heart of any great story. Find out how to write realistic and gripping conflict that will keep your readers on edge. Save this pin for your writing toolkit! 🔥
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How to Add Drama to Your Novel
Wondering how to add drama to your novel? This post will help you to add drama to your story that will help to thicken the plot.
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Your Characters Are Saying Too Much - Here’s What to Do Instead
Are your characters chatting too much and saying too little? 🗣️✨ Great dialogue isn’t about quantity—it’s about impact. Learn how to trim the fluff and make every word count. #WritingTips #CharacterDevelopment #DialogueWriting #FictionWritingTips
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Write a redemption arc
A redemption arc is one of the most powerful character journeys in storytelling. It revolves around a character who starts in a morally flawed state and gradually changes, seeking to atone for past mistakes and transform into a better version of themselves.
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7 Reasons Why Writers Should Make A Scene List
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Story ideas about historical figures
Story ideas about historical figures - Protagonist Crafts
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How character flaws help you plot a novel
How to write character flaws the right way: When you’re thinking of flaws to give your characters, looking at a character flaws list might not be the best idea. Character flaws and strengths should always be relevant to YOUR story, so don’t just pick character weaknesses at random. Fatal character flaws always affect your novel story structure and you need to know them when plotting a story. Follow Protagonist Crafts for more character writing tips.
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How to write the Darkest Hour
The Darkest Hour is the crucible that forces your protagonist to grow, change, or surrender. When written well, it hooks your readers, makes them root harder for your characters, and deepens the emotional payoff of the climax that follows.
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Nine Common Weak Words To Avoid In Writing All The Time
Weak, poor, and bad words can dilute the power of your writing. Weak words to avoid in writing are usually fluff words. Writing is not an easy business. It doesn’t matter if you write fiction or short stories or you are a freelance writer of blog posts and articles. Choosing the best vocabulary and grammar makes the difference between an average and an excellent text. For most writers, many vague words that dilute your message are habits or tics. These words often appear when writing your first draft because you are trying to get everything down as quickly as possible.
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8 Anger-Writing Tricks That Feel Real and Raw
Want to write anger that hits? 😤 These 8 anger-writing tricks will help you tap into real, raw emotion—so your scenes pack a punch and your characters truly come alive. #WritingEmotions #AngerWriting #WritingTips #CharacterDevelopment #ShowDontTell #FictionWriting #WritersLife #EmotionalWriting #CreativeWriting #WritingCommunity