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Writing historical fiction is a unique and rewarding challenge that blends the art of storytelling with the rigor of research. The writer has the chance to bring the past vividly to life – ...

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When your story is set in a made-up town, it’s important that this setting feels like a real place with its own history, traditions, and quirks. Otherwise, your readers will be pulled out of the story ...

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The chapters of your novel are the scaffolding of your story structure. The way you assemble them directly affects the way your story is delivered to the reader. So, getting it right is essential. … ...