I’m always searching for great writing tips. Believe me, I need all the help I can get.Ā

When I find a few good tips, I just have to them with y’all.
A few of the 42 listed in Melissa Donovan’s post below, you may already know. But, out of her extensive list, I bet you’ll find one or more that ring your creative bell.

Take a look and tell me what you think.
42 Fiction Writing Tips for Novelists byĀ Melissa Donovan
#1 is my favorite because I love to read.
#15 I’m still working on.
#22 is a tall order but I’m working to achieve.
#25 is a good reminder to stay focused.
#29 on my to-do list.
#40 important to remember.
Did any of these tips speak to you? Which ones?
Are you keeping a list of writing tips?
Do you have a favorite tip to share?
I love reading your comments.
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Thanks for sharing, Jean. š — Suzanne
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Thanks Rebecca
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I am so end of the line focused too. A get to the point kind of gal. Guess that’s why I love Flash Fiction. š
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Number 25 was interesting. I have a tendency to get too focused on the main plot making the story at like a beeline to the end of it. I need to remember life does have short tangents in it.
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Reblogged this on Becky's Book Notes and commented:
Wonderful post! Please comment, I love to hear from you. Read the entire post, great tips! š
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Reblogged this on Kim's Author Support Blog.
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Right you are, us bookworms have to stick together.
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Always #1 and definitely #21!
Enjoy the weekend! š
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Reblogged this on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog and commented:
Another great find by Jean šš
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