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Organize Your Research with Notes at One Stop for Writers

Posted on March 5, 2020 by Guest Poster

The last time Rodney Buxton was here, he shared some helpful information about how authors can export their One Stop for Writer’s Export material directly to Scrivener. Many of you reached out to let us know that you weren’t aware … Continue reading →

Posted in Characters, One Stop For Writers, Story Structure, Tools and Resources, Uncategorized, Writing Craft, Writing Resources | 6 Comments

Tools for the Visual-Spatial Writer (and the Rest of Us)

Posted on July 24, 2018 by BECCA PUGLISI

One of the most important things I learned as a teacher was that children learn differently, and the best approach for reaching them all included a variety of methods. I find the same to be true in writing. I may … Continue reading →

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Theme: The Marrow of Your Story

Posted on June 1, 2017 by Writing Coach

If structure is the bones of story, theme is the marrow. Plainly defined, theme is what our stories mean, and it is revealed through other literary elements such as character, plot, dialogue, perspective, setting, mood, and tone. Stories may have … Continue reading →

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A Storyteller’s Swiss Army Knife? The Setting

Posted on September 15, 2016 by ANGELA ACKERMAN

Writing the Urban and Rural Setting Thesaurus books taught Becca and me something big: that the Setting really is the Swiss Army Knife of Storytelling. Whaaaat, you say? It’s the truth. Check out all it can do:  create conflict or … Continue reading →

Posted in About Us, Publishing and Self Publishing, Setting, Setting Thesaurus Guides, Uncategorized, Writing Craft, Writing Lessons | 2 Comments

Building A Story Garden: The Power Of Settings In Fiction

Posted on June 15, 2016 by ANGELA ACKERMAN

Guys, I have to say thanks for the terrific response to our Setting books. Becca and I are both so pleased you’re happy with the newest family members. Thank you for the reviews, the tweets, the recommendations to friends, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Basic Human Needs, Description, Mood and Atmosphere, Past Events, RAOK for Writers, Setting, Setting Thesaurus Guides, Show Don't Tell, Uncategorized | 8 Comments

ONE STOP FOR WRITERS®

Posted on June 9, 2015 by ANGELA ACKERMAN

Becca and I are pleased to bring you another resource from Writers Helping Writers® One Stop For Writers® is a web app packed with unique tools and resources to save you time as you plan, research, and write. A powerhouse … Continue reading →

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5 Important Ways to Use Symbolism in Your Story

Posted on July 28, 2014 by BECCA PUGLISI

So many elements go into a truly good book. When we turn that final page with a satisfying sigh, it’s often hard to identify just what made it a success. But many times, symbolism is one of the things that ties … Continue reading →

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