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A Short Primer on Voice and Style
I’m going to do my best to give you an idea of how to define these two ephemeral elements for yourself, and indeed, you will need to define them for yourself. Everyone seems to have a different definition for one or the other, usually both. That sounds intimidating and crazy, but it’s the solid truth. Describing voice and style is a little like describing the wind. I know it when I see it, er, um, feel it rather. Hopefully, we can get to a point where you have a passing acquaintance with what voice and style are, and as you go along, you can deepen your understanding. Style Your writing…
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Seven Simple Ways to Make Your Writing Rock
Make your writing rock with these seven simple techniques, perfect for the beginning writer! Make Your Writing Rock with Powerful Verbs Strong verbs are a core asset that belong in every writer’s toolbox, and they can make the difference between a ho-hum piece of writing and something that is much more engaging. Take a look at this: Mary walked down the street. -or- Mary strutted down the street. -or- Mary traipsed down the street. Just that one word gives a whole different tone to the sentence and engages the reader on a higher level. Fear not, you don’t have to spend minutes each writing session, thesaurus in hand, seeking the…
