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Write Away: Don't Let Your Modifiers Dangle ;)
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One freelance writer's view on the world of writing that includes tips and tricks, handy links, and helpful suggestions. Wednesday, September 12, 2007. Don't Let Your Modifiers Dangle ;). First of all - what is a dangling modifier? There is no better way to explain this particular writing faux pas than to demonstrate it:. Burnt to a crisp, the chef had overcooked the Thanksgiving turkey. Having returned from his business trip, the dog greeted Dad at the door. To identify and fix the problems in sentences...
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Write Away: Journaling
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One freelance writer's view on the world of writing that includes tips and tricks, handy links, and helpful suggestions. Tuesday, September 4, 2007. Here is how the typical journal-buying scenario plays out: I see this awesome journal that is absolutely perfect in every way - it's unique, the cover is exquisite, the page lines are perfectly spaced - and it's like falling in love. I. Sara L. Wilson. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). Sara L. Wilson. Sara L. Wilson. View my complete profile.
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Write Away: A Writing Challenge!
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One freelance writer's view on the world of writing that includes tips and tricks, handy links, and helpful suggestions. Monday, September 17, 2007. For those of you who are having trouble getting your creative juices flowing, I present a writing challenge! Okay, here are the rules: Choose from a group of elements below and write at least 5 different intros for five. Stories based upon those elements. Ready? Teenage boy, Idaho, bicycle, recycling plant, wealthy tycoon. Sara L. Wilson. Sara L. Wilson.
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Write Away: May 2007
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One freelance writer's view on the world of writing that includes tips and tricks, handy links, and helpful suggestions. Wednesday, May 30, 2007. You Can Quote Me On That! If you've ever had trouble with quotation marks, you're not alone! When I edited papers in a college English department, some of the most common errors that I ran across were with quotation marks. Here is a short guide to help you out:. Quotations that are five lines or longer:. Sara L. Wilson. Links to this post. Sunday, May 27, 2007.
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Write Away: September 2007
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One freelance writer's view on the world of writing that includes tips and tricks, handy links, and helpful suggestions. Friday, September 28, 2007. Typical Writing Scams and Rip-Offs. If you're a writer, chances are, you may have fallen for one of these gimmicks a time or two. They're fairly common and they net fresh, naive talent every day. Why? Good, so you go for it. Where So, sadly, the only people who will read the book that your prized poem is featured in are you and the other victims. The people/...
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Write Away: Need a Little Practice?
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One freelance writer's view on the world of writing that includes tips and tricks, handy links, and helpful suggestions. Monday, September 3, 2007. Need a Little Practice? If you're new to writing, or if you just want to have a place where you can explore your craft and receive honest feedback, you may consider visiting http:/ www.writing.com. This wonderful little writer's home on the web is full of aspiring authors, poets, and editors, each there to help one another out while honing their craft.
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Write Away: Rejection
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One freelance writer's view on the world of writing that includes tips and tricks, handy links, and helpful suggestions. Sunday, September 9, 2007. You've sent off your resume and a few clips to the managing editor of a publication that you've been dying to work for. After weeks of nail biting and excessive email checking, you finally receive word back: "Thanks, but no thanks.". So, how do we writers get past rejection? Stay on top of your game as far as believing in your ability as a writer. Why?
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Write Away: Typical Writing Scams & Rip-Offs
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One freelance writer's view on the world of writing that includes tips and tricks, handy links, and helpful suggestions. Friday, September 28, 2007. Typical Writing Scams and Rip-Offs. If you're a writer, chances are, you may have fallen for one of these gimmicks a time or two. They're fairly common and they net fresh, naive talent every day. Why? Good, so you go for it. Where So, sadly, the only people who will read the book that your prized poem is featured in are you and the other victims. The people/...
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Write Away: What's in a name?
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One freelance writer's view on the world of writing that includes tips and tricks, handy links, and helpful suggestions. Tuesday, September 18, 2007. What's in a name? I read a discussion on Deb Ng's blog, Freelance Writing Jobs. Why have I used a pen name? Lots of famous authors have written under a pen name at one time or another. Here are a few examples (real names on the left, pen names on the right) :. Stephen King - - - Richard Bachman, John Swithen. Esther Friedman - - - Ann Landers. Sara L. W...