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10 Cliched Phrases to CUT from Your Writing

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  • Post published:February 23, 2023
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These 10 overused phrases don't belong in your writing. https://youtu.be/QlIi_tcWyBE

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5 Reasons to CUT a Scene from Your Story (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:November 3, 2022
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When should a scene be cut? Find out in today's video. https://youtu.be/1YOcrGkzWTw

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2 Tension Techniques: The Clock and The Gun (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:September 22, 2022
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Learn how to create and maintain tension in your stories by using two simple techniques. https://youtu.be/DnypIABmVpc

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Weak Verbs vs Strong Verbs (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:September 8, 2022
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Learn how to upgrade weak verbs to stronger, punchier verbs. https://youtu.be/vrlBkigOdio

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5 Worst Types of Writers (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:August 4, 2022
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These are five types of writers you DON'T want to be. Luckily, if you are one, you can always improve. https://youtu.be/zbgf7ajzQbA

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10 Ways to Spice Up Boring Scenes (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:April 28, 2022
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Learn how to turn a boring scene into an interesting one with these ten tips! https://youtu.be/ykKk5MwSXRo

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Finding Your Story’s ENTRY POINT (Fiction Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:January 7, 2021
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Every writer approaches the writing process differently. Find out where to start in this video. https://youtu.be/GAXHGaseSlA

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What Should Fiction Writers be Reading?

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  • Post published:December 24, 2020
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Do you need to read The Classics? Do you need to read all the hot new releases? Find out what fiction writers should read. https://youtu.be/XtJM8ThRCP0

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3 Methods for Reading Like a Writer

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  • Post published:June 18, 2020
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Find out how fiction writers can learn more from what they read! https://youtu.be/TTl2peOPuQk

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13 Verbs to Cut from Your Writing

  • Post author:brandonmc87
  • Post published:August 30, 2019
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https://youtu.be/KjX_nx5VEV0 Verbs make your sentences powerful--but only if you pick the right ones. Here are 13 verbs to consider cutting from your writing.

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