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Top Tips on How to Write a Screenplay
We’ve looked previously at the elements of a screenplay, but what about writing one? Are there any rules about how to do this? Well, not exactly. But we do have some great tips to share, so check out our guide below to find out more about writing scripts and screenplays....
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7 Top Tips on Writing the Time
As anyone who has turned up for a midday meeting at midnight will tell you, clarity is vital when writing the time of day. But there are many ways to write the time, and the best approach isn’t always obvious. We have a few tips to help, though. 1. Words...
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4 Tips on Writing a Wedding Speech
...can’t let worries about public speaking ruin the party. And with our top tips, you can be confident of getting your wedding speech just right. We will not be recommending a sing-along, but it is an option. (Photo: Greg Neate/flickr) 1. The Essentials of a Wedding Speech There is a...
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5 Top Tips for Writing Your Autobiography
Writing any book is hard work. But autobiographical writing can be especially tricky. So check out our top autobiography tips for some ideas on where to start writing about your own life. 1. Know Who You Are Writing For The first step in writing an autobiography is working out who...
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6 Tips on Achieving an Objective Tone in Writing
An objective tone is standard in most formal business and academic writing. But how can you make your writing sound objective? Our top tips include: Try to avoid unnecessary use of the first person and first-person pronouns. Focus on facts and cite sources clearly to back up your claims. Aim...
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5 Tips for Coming Up With Great Character Names
Picking perfect names for key characters in a novel or screenplay can be challenging. However, we have five tips for coming up with excellent character names: Choose names that fit your characters’ backgrounds and personalities. Think about any common naming conventions in your chosen genre. Consider the etymology of names...
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Bury the Lede vs. Bury the Lead: Idiom Tips and Origins
...lead” are both correct spellings of this idiom. “Lede” is the journalistic spelling that emerged in the mid-20th century to avoid confusion with the metal “lead.” Whether you choose to use “lede” or “lead” depends on your audience and context. By keeping these tips in mind, you’ll be able to...
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5 Tips for Responding to Reviewer Comments
...receive feedback. In this post, we will consider five tips for responding to reviewer comments: Be positive and polite. Respond to every point raised. Make your responses easy to follow. Respond tactfully to conflicting advice. Edit your work before resubmitting. Let’s look at these points in more detail. 1. Stay...
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Example Press Release (Writing Tips)
We’ve previously offered a few tips on writing a press release, including: Start with an eye-catching headline. Tailor your press release to match your business goals. Include stats, photos, and/or quotes that journalists can use. Pick the perfect time to send your press release. In this post, though, we’re going...
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6 Tips for Writing a Prologue
A “prologue” is a chapter that appears before the first main chapter of a novel or story, offering background detail before the narrative properly begins. But how do you write a strong prologue to a novel? The following tips may help: Provide backstory and set the scene for the story...
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Writing Tips: Indigenous People or Indigenous Peoples?
...unless you are working with a style guide that advises otherwise. We hope these tips have helped you feel more confident about how and when to use these terms. If you need any more help with your writing, though, Proofed’s editors and proofreaders are on hand 24 hours a day....
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Losing the Plot? 5 Top Tips on Writing a Good Story
In narrative writing, the term “plot” refers to the events that make up a story. But how do authors approach plotting a story? And what makes a good plot in the first place? We have a few helpful tips! 1. Plotting Your Plot Once you have a premise for your...
