by Zoe M. McCarthy | Jan 31, 2019 | Writing
kellepics Like me, you may have an idea for a grabbing bizarre story but you’re not sure if it’s truly speculative fiction. Like me, you may not be sure what speculative fiction is. We’re not alone. When I read several articles, I also learned much debate surrounds...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Jan 24, 2019 | Writing
Clker-Free-Vector-Images Don’t discount this viable option. It could work for your family. I never expected the help husband John has provided me. Stage 1 When I started my writing career, John and I worked as actuaries. John was supportive in: · the time I spent...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Jan 17, 2019 | Writing
yalison506 This is the final post in my Words Misused series. Here’s a list of words many people use with an incorrect meaning in mind. I use The Merriam-Webster Dictionary. Often Misused Words Appraise: to set a value on. Not to inform. Bemuse: bewilder or...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Jan 10, 2019 | Writing
image by geralt Although many common phrases have become clichés, if we use them in our writing, we should use the right word for the meaning of the phrase. Here’s a list of phrases writers often misuse. Often Misused Phrases Another think coming not another...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Jan 3, 2019 | Writing
Image by SilviaP_Design Has the use of the wrong word ever embarrassed you? I used clench when I meant clinch. Here’s a list of words that writers often confuse. Words Often Confused I won’t give full definitions but the differentiating sense between the words. Look...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Dec 27, 2018 | Writing
Writers want readers to picture the multiple-faceted things in their stories. Try these tips on when to use adjectives and how many in an adjective string. Evaluate the Need for Adjectives First, decide whether the object is worth highlighting. Is it something you...
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