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Want to Grow, Captivate, and Keep a Massive Audience? Read this.
All the talent, effort, and hacks won't mean s**t until you do the following.
John Gorman
Apr 29
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What 20 Years in Music Taught Me About Crafting Delicious Copy
How to make your writing sing ... even if you can't carry a tune.
John Gorman
Mar 31
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To Get Your Writing to Stand Out, Flip It
A simple exercise to strengthen your creative muscle while getting your words to pop.
Michael Thompson
Mar 15
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Use “Internal Cliffhangers” to Keep Readers Hooked on Your Story from Beginning to End
A guest story-dissection from story-dissector extraordinaire Todd Brison
Michael Thompson
Apr 14
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What Makes This Essay Incredible
Two-and-a-half years ago, the fiction writer Chris Dennis published an evocative personal essay in The Paris Review. It’s about his struggle with…
Dan Moore
Mar 17
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If You Want to Be a Great Writer, Learn to Tell Stories
There's a distinct difference between a story that keeps your attention and one that murders it. Here's how to craft an engaging tale.
Benjamin Sledge
Mar 9
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Caution: Step Away From the Draft
On the Importance of Patience and Detachment in the Drafting Process
Dan Moore
Apr 21
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If You Want to Build an Audience, Prepare for Rejection and Despair
Here’s the reality no one really wants to tell you
Benjamin Sledge
May 6
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Everything You'll Ever Need to Know About Self-Publishing a Book
The hype is high for self-publishing. But is it worth it?
Benjamin Sledge
Jun 9
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Your Stories Will Suck (Hard) if You Don’t Utilize Tension
Tension keeps your readers flipping pages and engaged in your essays. Here’s how to effectively use it.
Benjamin Sledge
Apr 5
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Don't Worry About Growing Your Audience and Spoil Your Existing Readers Instead
A lesson in retention courtesy of the world's greatest car salesperson
Michael Thompson
May 10
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We Filmed a Little Video Just for You
Including bloopers and shenanigans with all 4 of us. Sledge also reveals a hilarious secret.
Benjamin Sledge
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Dan Moore
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John Gorman
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Michael Thompson
Mar 3
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