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POC Representation in Books and Why It’s Important

Reading has always been a big part of my life and identity. Ever since I could pick up a book I was lost in the worlds that writers were...

What Happens Next? Keys to a Satisfying Epilogue

Last month, we looked at the rather controversial topic of prologues and this month, we’re talking about their more forgiving sibling,...

February Contests

These are some great magazine and contest opportunities closing in the next six weeks. Read the host's information carefully and submit...

Is a Cigar Ever Just a Cigar?: Examining Symbolism in Literature

We hear about symbolism all the time. Let's look at some examples in classic and popular literature.

Prologues: Opening a Window to Your Story

Prologues are one of the most divisive literary elements in the writing world. Some, especially literary agents and publishers, strongly...

January Contests

These are some great magazine and contest opportunities closing in the next six weeks. Read the host's information carefully and submit...

Tips and Tricks to Writing Time Travel Into Your Story

Time travel and time manipulation is a very common conflict in science fiction, fantasy, and even more action-based genres of fiction....

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