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How to Write a Compelling Novel Synopsis
Ten Habits Every Writer Should Avoid
Steps to Research Success: Tips for Fiction Writers
Critique Partners: Four Steps to Finding That Special Someone
Crafting Cozy Mysteries in Three Killer Steps
Hunting Down the Perfect Comp is More Important Than You Think
Tackling the Issue of Consent in Fiction
Defining Upmarket Fiction and the Role It Plays in Today’s Market
