This is one of my favorite posters. It hangs where I can see it from my desk: 12 and ½ Writing Rules from AllPosters.com. Everything on there is good advice for any writer, especially those working on pieces of fiction. … Continue reading
I believe if something is important enough to remember, it’s important enough to write down. This doesn’t just apply to random to-do tasks or events to put on your calendar. I write down goals, ideas, what I spend money on … Continue reading
Photos by Esther G and Mezone. “Writing is easy: All you do is sit staring at a blank sheet of paper until drops of blood form on your forehead.” – Gene Fowler Perhaps this is a sentiment that all writers … Continue reading
For those of you who’ve enjoyed popular PickTheBrain writing posts like George Orwell’s Rules for Effective Writing and How to Write Something Worth Reading, this site will be right up your alley.
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Conversational writing causes your brain to wake-up and pay attention. Your brain thinks it’s in a real conversation, even though you’re reading text on a page. If you’re developing learning content, teaching or helping your child study for a test – use a conversation. Your reader’s brain will thank you for it. Continue reading
Before you can start writing easily retainable content, you need to understand the kinds of people that will be reading your content. This article is a guide to writing for all types of readers and making sure they remember what they read. Continue reading
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