Writing
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Why Your Writing Desk Matters More Than You Think
Discover the impact that your writing desk has on creativity, productivity, and the overall writing experience. This article explores how the design, organiz=sation, and ergonomics of your workspace can influence your mental clarity, focus, and creative flow. Learn why a well-chosen writing desk is more than just a piece of furniture—it’s a vital part of…
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How to Set and Achieve Writing Goals
Discover effective strategies for setting and achieving writing goals. Learn how to set SMART goals, create a writing schedule, stay accountable, and overcome obstacles to enhance your productivity as a writer.
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50 Common Writing Mistakes Made by Indian Writers and How to Avoid Them
Discover 50 common mistakes made by Indian writers in their novels and learn how to avoid them. Improve your writing skills with tips from a seasoned developmental editor.
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Why Every Writer Should Join the V-Media Tribe Newsletter
Join the V-Media Tribe Newsletter to access exclusive writing tips, industry insights, and a supportive community led by expert Heena R. Pardeshi. Get a free Character Development Workbook upon signing up!
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5 Techniques to Help You Develop Your Characters: Writing 101 with Heena R Pardeshi (Part 1)
Learn essential techniques for crafting dynamic and memorable characters in your writing. Explore strategies such as detailed character profiles, backstory exploration, and the use of symbolism and foreshadowing to bring your characters to life and captivate readers. Dive into the art of character development and elevate your storytelling craft with these practical tips and insights.
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10 Writing Lessons from Ray Bradbury’s Zen in the Art of Writing
Unlock the secrets to a fulfilling writing career with ten transformative lessons from Ray Bradbury’s Zen in the Art of Writing. Explore practical advice and heartfelt wisdom that will reignite your passion for the craft.
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Free Webinar: Start Writing Your Novel
Join our exclusive webinar, “Start Writing Your Novel,” led by fiction writing expert and developmental editor Heena Pardeshi. Dive deep into the art of novel writing, character creation, plot development, and the path to publication. Transform your ideas into captivating stories. Reserve your spot now and embark on a journey to bring your literary vision…
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2024 Writing Resolutions: Tips to Set Achievable Goals for Writers
Kickstart your 2024 writing journey with achievable resolutions! Discover practical tips and strategies in our comprehensive guide to setting and accomplishing your writing goals. From cultivating a consistent writing habit to embracing constructive feedback, learn how to enhance your writing skills and stay motivated throughout the year. Ideal for aspiring authors and seasoned writers alike.
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10 Steps to Writing an Autobiography Without Emotional Bias
Discover the key steps to writing an autobiography without emotional bias, ensuring a balanced and authentic narrative of your life story. Learn how to differentiate facts from feelings, seek multiple perspectives, and maintain a neutral tone for a truthful autobiography.
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Webinar #7: Mastering the Book Writing Journey; From Inspiration to Publication
Hello, dear writers. We’d like to invite you to join us for an enlightening webinar that promises to be a beacon for budding authors and seasoned writers alike. “Mastering the Book Writing Journey” is a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted process of bringing a book to life. From the nascent stages of idea generation and…
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The Evolution of Book Publishing in India
In my two decades of experience in the Indian publishing sector, I’ve witnessed an unprecedented evolution in the realm of books. The trajectory of this change is not only fascinating but also indicative of India’s ever-evolving literary tastes and global influence.
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Decoding Editing: Developmental, Substantive, and Copy Editing Explained
In the labyrinth of the literary world, the term ‘editing’ can seem like a multi-faced monster. It’s not just about proofreading a manuscript for grammar or punctuation errors; it’s a more nuanced process, often involving multiple stages, each with its purpose and focus. Three primary types of editing that often pique a writer’s interest are…
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Mastering The Art of Writing: Tips for Beginners
In the vast and diverse world of literature, every writer begins their journey with a single word, a lone idea, a fleeting thought. But how does one transform these elements into a compelling narrative? Writing, often perceived as a mere act of stringing words together, is so much more profound. It’s an art form, a…
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Developing Unique Characters: Bringing Life to Your Story
Characters are the heart and soul of any narrative. They’re the ones readers root for, cry with, and celebrate. As a writer, your primary task is to breathe life into these characters, ensuring they resonate with authenticity and depth. But, how can one create standout characters that leave a lasting impact? Here are some strategies…
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10 Common Difficulties New Writers Face
Writing is a beautiful and rewarding craft, but it’s not without its challenges, especially for new writers embarking on their literary journey. Whether you’re working on your first novel, short story, or blog post, here are 10 common difficulties that new writers often encounter and some tips on how to overcome them. 10 Common Difficulties…
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16 New Courses In Creative Writing
There was a time one had to spent hours trying to find a decent course on writing that would teach at least something on writing that would help a budding writer. Fast forward to today, there are so many new courses that it is getting increasingly difficult to choose from or even keep a tab…
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Never Enough: Story Of A Woman
When I was born, my gender was never enough When I was a toddler, my growth was not good enough When I was 10-years old, my marks in school were never enough When I was a teen, my weight was never right When I chose my subject, my hardwork was never enough When I went…
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Fiction Writing Bootcamp 2022
Fiction Writing Bootcamp 2022 – Learn from scratch to advanced. After almost a year, I am back with a much requested class for everyone who missed it last year. This year, I have included a module on publishing basics as well in order to help writers draft their query letters and proposals for submission to…
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Copyright For Writers – Everything You Need To Know
Everything you need to know about copyrighting your work as a writer.
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5 Tips To Write Great Sentences
Everyone wants to write great prose, but most fo the times they ignore the very thing that makes up the prose itself – sentences! In order to write great prose, you need to be able to write great sentences and in order to write great sentences, first you need to know what kind of sentences…
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3 Types Of Sentences That All Fiction Writers Must Know
Most of the writers, especially ESL Writers – English as Second Language Writers, face the problems of creative effective, sentences with great flow while writing a fictional story. On the surface it may not seem like a big problem, but when you really think about it, a sentence is practically the most basic unit in…
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What Is Camp NaNo WriMoWriMo?
If you are writer who’s even mildly active on social media then you might have heard about the NaNoWriMo – National Novel Writing Month. But what about Camp NaNoWriMo? Camp NaNoWriMo is a spinoff of NaNoWriMo which you can customise as per your own needs. In their own words: Camp NaNoWriMo is your next, great…
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Writing Vlog #2: Writing A Short Story From Scratch
In this video, I have tried to capture my process of writing a short story. If you are a new writer or are curious about how writing is done, then I am sure you’ll enjoy this video. I you are a veteran writer then I am sure you will be able to relate to it…
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7 Types Of Characters In Fiction
Characterisation is one of the most important elements of any story, long or short. If you don’t get the characterisation right, chances are that your story will fall flat on its face and no writer wants that to happen! So the best way to make sure that your story stays with the reader long before…
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5 Elements Of Plot In Fiction
Plot, one of the 5 main elements of fiction writing, is a term that confuses many new as well as veteran writers. When it comes to Fiction Writing, there is a big difference in the Story and the Plot. If you want to learn the difference between Story and Plot then read this article: Story…
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Storyboard A Novel in 5 Easy Steps
Storyboarding is a wonderful organising technique, that I feel, is highly underrated when it comes to fiction writing. It is a great tool to plot your novels and to put it all together in a coherent plot-line. I am an intuitive writer but working on multiple long-form fiction projects can be downright scary at times…
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Decoding Horror Genre For Writers
Here’s the live stream of my 5th Webinar: Decoding Horror genre for Writers:
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10 Ways To Prepare For NaNoWriMo 2020
NaNoWriMo – National Novel Writing Month is around the corner and I am really looking forward to it particularly this year because of the entire lockdown situation. I simply cannot wait to get back to one of my story’s draft and start writing again motivated by all the NaNo energy on my social media feeds!…