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Cully Perlman
Jul 30, 20246 min read
FINISHED A NOVEL? PUT IT AWAY.
I grab the manuscripts and Word docs with all of the helpful comments and recommendations and put them away for later. Yep. You read right.
Cully Perlman
Jul 15, 20247 min read
Am I in The Right Writing Group? 5 Questions to Ask Yourself.
Writing groups/critique groups and workshops are meant to help writers not only write but improve their craft.
Cully Perlman
Jul 9, 20246 min read
Improve Your Writing by Attending a Writers' Conference Now. Here are a Few to Consider.
Writing conferences can be a lot of fun. They're great places to workshop your writing, meet other writers, and build relationships.
Cully Perlman
Jul 2, 202412 min read
THE MASTER: Creative Writing Tips and an Interview With Guggenheim Fellow, John Dufresne
John Dufresne gives us a detailed view into the writing life, how he writes and teaches, and what trends he sees in his writing classes.
Cully Perlman
Jun 3, 20248 min read
Why Self-Publishing Isn't for Me
Am I a literary asshole for pursuing my dream while I feel I’m holding back my novels instead of considering other publishing avenues?
Jon Tobey
May 27, 202411 min read
"Overcoming Fear: Harnessing the Power of Live Readings" - A Guest Post by Jon Tobey
Reading your work to a live audience is a skill that takes practice. Do not, as I did my first time, expect to show up and be successful.
Cully Perlman
Apr 30, 20246 min read
Ethical Considerations: Using Others' Experiences as Inspiration for Your Fiction
Good writers borrow, great writers steal, right? I had to steal the heartbreaking story of my friend’s life; its siren call was strong.
Cully Perlman
Apr 23, 20246 min read
Crafting Compelling Villains: A Guide for Fiction Writers
The role of villains and antagonists are similar: they oppose our protagonist’s progress.
Cully Perlman
Apr 9, 20246 min read
The Universal in the Personal: Pulling Your Readers In
Writing is an exploration. It doesn’t matter if you’re writing literary fiction, fantasy, romance, thrillers, or works in any other genres.
Cully Perlman
Apr 1, 20246 min read
Uncovering the Essentials: An Exploration of Key Literary Terms
Are You a Writer? Here's a Few Choice Literary Terms and Devices to Remember as you Write Your Novels and Short Stories.
Cully Perlman
Mar 4, 20246 min read
DO I HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A NOVELIST?
Do you have what it takes to write a novel? Is that one of your goals in life? It's hard, I'll be honest. But you can do it. Just go for it.
Cully Perlman
Feb 19, 20245 min read
SHOULD I WRITE BY HAND OR BY COMPUTER WHEN WRITING FICTION?
WHEN WRITING FICTION, SHOULD I WRITE BY HAND OR BY COMPUTER? WHICH IS BETTER? There is a difference, but maybe not for you.
Cully Perlman
Jan 30, 20246 min read
Killing Your Darlings is a Must if You Want to Improve Your Writing
Killing Your Darlings is a Must if You Want to Improve Your Writing. Sometimes you have to get rid of your favorite lines to improve things.
Cully Perlman
Jan 2, 20244 min read
YOUR 2024 WRITING RESOLUTIONS – FIRST DRAFTS
YOUR 2024 WRITING RESOLUTIONS – FIRST DRAFTS. Writing is hard, but if you get into the habit of writing daily, it gets that much easier.
Lucy Reed
Nov 29, 20234 min read
GUEST POST: How to Launch a Side Gig as a Freelance Writer While in School
In today's guest post by Lucy Reed, she dives into the world of freelance writing a side gig. There's some good advice, so take a peek.
Cully Perlman
Nov 17, 20233 min read
FAMOUS WRITERS & THEIR WRITING SPACES - Get Some Inspiration
FAMOUS WRITERS & THEIR WRITING SPACES are always intriguing to beginning writers. But even some of us old timers appreciate writing spaces.
Cully Perlman
Nov 6, 20236 min read
WRITING TIPS FROM THE MASTERS
As writers, we all have our quirks, pet words, and grammatical shortfalls. Here are some great writing tips from the masters we admire.
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Oct 19, 20231 min read
My Process for Writing Novels
This is my process for writing novels it may not be yours. And that’s okay. But write. Daily. You have to get the words down.
Cully Perlman
Sep 18, 20239 min read
5 Questions Aspiring and Experienced Writers Ask Themselves (with Answers and Resources)
5 Questions Aspiring and Experienced Writers Ask Themselves (with Answers and Resources)
Cully Perlman
Sep 4, 20237 min read
5 Reasons You May Want to Reconsider Self-Publishing Your Book
Thinking about self-publishing your novel or nonfiction book? You'll need to consider the pros and cons of going that time-consuming route.
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