Do You Really Know What a Genre Is?
Every writer out there thinks that he or she knows what a genre is. It’s insulting to insinuate that one of us might not, much less bluntly
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Jeannette DiLouie
Jan 21, 20197 min read
When Writing a Good Story Ending
Do you know what the difference between a bad beginning and a bad ending is? A bad beginning isn’t necessarily going to make readers never w
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Jeannette DiLouie
Jan 18, 20192 min read
The Best Writing Retreats Do This
By their very definition, writing retreats are designed to give you the time and space you need to write. Not by very definition (but typica
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Jeannette DiLouie
Jan 17, 20193 min read
Should You Go on a Writing Retreat?
Should you go on a writing retreat?
That depends on so many factors, including what gets you going and what inspires you to write.
If you’
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Jeannette DiLouie
Jan 16, 20194 min read
Don’t Make This Novice or Indie Mistake When Writing Character Emotions
Writing character emotions in a believable and engaging manner can be difficult. And that’s putting it mildly.
Writing character emotions i
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Jeannette DiLouie
Jan 15, 20193 min read
The Real Purpose of a Writing Retreat Goes Beyond Just Writing
If you’re looking for an amazing writing retreat in the Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia or D.C. area, you’re in luck. Innovative Editing an
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Jeannette DiLouie
Jan 14, 20195 min read
Forgiveness Is More Than Saying (or Writing) Sorry
Welcome to Episode 3 of Innovative Editing’s The Genuine Writer Podcast. To start out, I want to let you all know that, “Forgiveness. Is mor
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Jeannette DiLouie
Jan 11, 20193 min read
Why Writing Flash Fiction Is Far From Pointless
What are your thoughts about writing flash fiction? Be honest here. Do you relate more to Diana or Rachelle in the conversation below:
Dian
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Jeannette DiLouie
Jan 10, 20193 min read
The Write Angle: How to Write Flash Fiction Like a Pro
How do you prepare to write flash fiction?
You’ll obviously need a set of writing implements, an ability to write and an imagination.
Ass
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Jeannette DiLouie
Jan 8, 20193 min read
An Introduction to the Fast-Paced World of Flash Fiction
"Once upon a time, a girl saw a shoe."
A story can begin as easily and as simply as that. Where it goes from there is up to the a
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Jeannette DiLouie
Jan 7, 20195 min read
Lemons, Lemonade and Storybook Character Development
Podcast Transcript: Hi, and welcome to The Genuine Writer Podcast episode #2. My name is Jeannette DiLouie, and I’m the chief executive edit
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Jeannette DiLouie
Jan 4, 20193 min read
Here’s How to Write a First Draft in a Year
Before we dive into how to write a first draft in a year, a little Innovative Editing housekeeping…
When it comes to Writing Rules, we’re g
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Jeannette DiLouie
Jan 3, 20193 min read
Yes, You Can Write a Full First Draft in a Year
Some people are self-motivated and experienced enough to write a book in a year on their own. We already established that fact earlier this
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Jeannette DiLouie
Jan 1, 20193 min read
Can You Write a Book in a Year? Or Less?
Can you write a book in a year or less? That’s a genuine question, and it can only be answered by you when it depends on a whole list of fac
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Jeannette DiLouie
Dec 31, 20184 min read
Getting Your Writing Mindset in Order for 2019
Podcast Link: Click right here. Podcast Transcript: Hi, and welcome to Episode 1 of The Genuine Writer podcast! My name’s Jeannette...
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Jeannette DiLouie
Dec 21, 20182 min read
The Benefits of Keeping an Author Blog
Thanks to yesterday’s post, you now know two things about keeping an author blog:
It’s time-consuming.
There’s no guarantee it’ll be worth
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Jeannette DiLouie
Dec 20, 20182 min read
Is Keeping an Author Blog Worth It?
As promised back on Tuesday, we’re looking at the downside to keeping an author blog.
Notice that key word: downside. It’s singular. Becaus
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Jeannette DiLouie
Dec 19, 20183 min read
Can an Author Keep Her Dignity When Writing a Romance Novel?
I’m probably not going to make too many friends here. But I have some thoughts about writing a romance novel that I need to get out.
I’ve h
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Jeannette DiLouie
Dec 18, 20183 min read
The Real Deal About Starting an Author Blog
There’s this week. Then there’s Christmas. Then there’s New Year’s.
Like it or not, it’s almost 2019.
With that recognition, let’s throw t
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Jeannette DiLouie
Dec 14, 20182 min read
Knock Knock. Who’s There? Your Nonfiction Humor Writing Game Plan!
Growing up, you were always the funny guy or girl: the one with the quick wit and flawless delivery.
It started out with knock knock jokes
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