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How to Use PASSIVE VOICE Like a Pro (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:December 2, 2021
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Many writers either struggle with Passive Voice or overuse it. Learn how to master Passive Voice in this video. https://youtu.be/w7dQW53Lgis

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How to Fix a Bad Ending | Rocky IV vs. Rocky IV Director’s Cut

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  • Post published:November 18, 2021
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Rocky IV had a clumsy ending, but the Director's Cut made three simple-yet-critical improvements. Find out what these changes are and how to apply them to your own writing. https://youtu.be/Fv9eYjcVTbU

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How to Create Atmosphere in Your Stories (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:November 11, 2021
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Atmosphere is critical to telling a captivating story. Learn how to create strong atmosphere in your writing. https://youtu.be/yFw5LY9cJO0

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5 Mistakes I Made While Writing My First Novel

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  • Post published:October 28, 2021
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Writing your first novel? Don't do what I did. https://youtu.be/xaEtITY7I9w

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How to Subvert Expectations MEANINGFULLY | Squid Game

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  • Post published:October 21, 2021
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Learn how to subvert audience expectations the right way. Examples from Squid Game, Game of Thrones, and Avengers Endgame. https://youtu.be/AEpUN4sPhYM

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Bad Prologues vs Good Prologues (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:October 7, 2021
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Learn what separates a bad prologue from a good one. Examples from Justice League, Indiana Jones, Goldfinger, Game of Thrones, and more! https://youtu.be/MpWSqtnNboo logu

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Writing Battle Scenes in Six Easy Steps

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  • Post published:September 23, 2021
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Learn how to write strong and effective battle scenes. Examples from Avengers Endgame, Star Wars, Game of Thrones, and Lord of the Rings. https://youtu.be/Znic_BMe7jo

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How to Raise Your Story’s STAKES (Fiction Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:September 16, 2021
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What are story stakes? How do you raise them for maximum impact and excitement? Find out in this video. https://youtu.be/bRB_i-58vgU

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Mistakes Writers Make: NO CONSEQUENCES (Fiction Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:September 9, 2021
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What makes a story matter? Consequences. Learn why in this video. https://youtu.be/8weFrt47AqQ

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Describing Your Main Character (Writing Advice)

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  • Post published:September 2, 2021
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WHAT should you describe about your protagonist? HOW can you describe these things better? Find out in this video. https://youtu.be/gveLd0xtACs

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