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Posts by Patches‭

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Q&A How do I use my blog as a platform for practice and improvement?

Looks like you're already following the One Big Law of becoming a good writer: Write! :-) So, with that out of the way, I have a few ideas to contribute. These are in no particular order though th...

posted 12y ago by Patches‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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Q&A My story portrays a process, not a conflict - how do I make the process my focus?

This exact problem is what makes "pure" science fiction so hard to write properly -- but also so satisfying to read when done well. I don't have a perfect answer, just some thoughts about some stor...

posted 12y ago by Patches‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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Q&A How can I learn how to outline, so I can write like an architect?

Check out the Snowflake Method He forces you to start with a single sentence that sums up your entire novel. That's step 1 of 10. Then he has you expand it, over several of the steps, adding more ...

posted 12y ago by Patches‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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