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Jasmine, I think it basically goes like this: *** Send agent querry letter If they're interested, they'll request the first 50 or so pages of your manuscript If they're happy, ...

Here's a tip that comes in handy: The Double-Axe method. Basically, think of all your character's good traits now. Good work. Now, write down a list of all of these. ...

Quick add on. The magazine thing can be done in addition to the blogging. When you have an auidience, people will look you up, which allows your blog to grow.

I like listening to music when I write. Just choose a song that reflects the mood. Choose a sad song for a sad scene, and happy songs for happy scenes. ...

I think I've identified the cause of why I'm not writing, and I know how to handle it. The annoying won't work(Though you did a great job, thank you). I ...

Well, before publishing novels, publish at least a few short stories, enter online contests...all of that will build up your query letter. As for building an audience, here's a stratagy ...

It does have potential. This could work. The only real concern of mine is that Esme's brother could become a Gary-Stu if you aren't careful. It had been pulled off ...

Thank you. That was PERFECT. Kalia, just try a couple different methods and try to find one that works for you. I tried the snowflake method once, and I hated ...

Guys, I need a favor. Please annoy me. It might help me stop procrastinating, because this is NOT writer's block, and I know it!

You need critiques? That's what we're here for. You can send me the plot or any other info you'd like critiqued. I'm still not a hugely experienced writer, really. As ...

OK, I've added some things, and I've bulked it up to 85 phases. A little better. I'm going to start writing and just see how it all works out.

Hi, guys. I've tried to pull something like this off a couple times before, and here I go again. Anyway, basically, I'm going to try and post here with my ...

There are numerous different kinds of conflict. They can all be summed up in "Individual vs. X", where X is the conflict. For example: Individual vs. Individual Individual vs. Self ...

I just realised that this is what I read before I actually joined YWS and decided this was a good place to join. Thank you, Snoink. You are officially certified ...

First, make sure they have a motive! Nobody will do something bad for no reason. Now, the motive is where the sympathy comes in for my villians. For the most ...