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The following is a list of links to pages that are especially relevant to novice writers - these pages will help one avoid common mistakes and overcome frequent challenges that new writers often face.
A Proper Punctuation Primer
It's often hard to understand what's a story is trying to say if the punctuation is off. Here's a guide to doing it properly.
How To Use Paragraph Breaks Properly
Huge textwalls put people off of a story, and improper paragraphs can make it harder to parse what's going on. So here's how and where you should be making paragraph breaks.
How To Write Well - A Quick Guide
Some tips on what to detail and when, what kind of words to use (or not), and how to avoid confusing and frustrating your audience.
Plot & Story Development Questions
It's important to start hammering out the vital details of the plot from the very beginning, so here are some questions to ask yourself to help you do that.
On Giving Your Characters Flaws & Weaknesses
The basics of giving your characters good flaws and weaknesses - while clearing up a few misconceptions on what good weaknesses are.
So You Want To Have An Attractive Character?
How to write an attractive character while avoiding some of the pitfalls that make many would-be attractive characters end up being total turnoffs.
Simple Tips To Put Yourself In The Shoes Of Characters Who Aren't You
It's vital to be able to write different kinds of characters, just for the simple fact that your story will probably contain more than one. If you're having trouble with it, here are some things you can do to fix the problem.
Describing Your Character: Tips & Advice
There's a tricky balance in describing your characters well - you don't want too much, but you don't want too little, either. Here are some tips and guidelines to help you keep it in balance.
Writing Better Prompts, Starters, & Beginnings: A Few Pointers
The beginning is one of the most important parts of your story - without a good beginning, people won't bother to find out what happens next. Here are some tips to help you write good ones.
Alexis Feynman's Guide To Writing Better Summaries
A bad summary - or worse, no summary at all - will keep a lot of people from even clicking on your story in the first place. Here's how you can write good ones.
How To Recognize Bad Creative Mentors
If you're going to find someone to help you in your creative endeavors, it's important to find someone who is actually good - so here are some signs that those you're working with or considering might not be.