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Curious how to craft a compelling crime novel? Check out our latest post on the Writing Mastery blog! vist.ly/32zsp #CrimeFiction #WritingTips

Writing a sequel or series? Don’t overload the first chapter with a recap! Use 1-2 natural lines to jog readers’ memory. Learn more about crafting a series on the Writing Mastery blog: vist.ly/32ud9 #WritingTips

Bring all your writing-related questions to this special live Office Hours with WMA founder Jessica Brody!

📅 August 16th, 2025 | 12pm PT, 3pm ET
🔗 https://www.writingmastery.com/events#calendar-f61314cd-2618-4d74-ac3d-0d8dc89c4368-event-c9d133f1-6616-4ccd-90df-31edcd8b4ea6

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Curious how to start a career in editing? Check out our post on the Writing Mastery blog! vist.ly/32rrh #Publishing

We're thrilled our Novel Fast Drafting course is helping Robyn get words on the page! 🤩

Take our Novel Fast Drafting course to learn the fastest, most efficient way to write novels (and finish them).

▶️ https://www.writingmastery.com/novel-fast-drafting-course

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A great retelling doesn’t just rewrite a tale—it reimagines it for a new world, a new audience, and a new truth. Learn more on the Writing Mastery blog! vist.ly/32mgy #WritingTips

Check out our FREE Productivity Writer's Playbook!

Discover:
⏰ What a "Writing Routine" is and why you need one
✅ A guide to creating a routine
📆 The routine Jessica Brody uses to write 3-4 books a year

Get your FREE playbook ▶️ vist.ly/32k2i

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Perfectionism fuels your inner critic. Progress silences it! Here’s how to shift your mindset from fear to forward motion: vist.ly/32h3k #WritingTips

Jessica Brody explains how to add humor to your writing!
Attend her next Office Hours in the Writing Mastery Academy to ask your own questions!

📅 Aug 16, 12pm PT
🔗 https://www.writingmastery.com/events#calendar-f61314cd-2618-4d74-ac3d-0d8dc89c4368-event-c9d133f1-6616-4ccd-90df-31edcd8b4ea6

Ambitious story idea? Great. But is it too ambitious?

This week’s Writing Mastery newsletter explores why finding your “Goldilocks Zone” of challenge is key to staying motivated and making progress.

📩 Drops Thursday: https://www.writingmastery.com/newsletter

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Want to learn how to craft your own upmarket novel? Full guide here: https://www.writingmastery.com/blog/upmarket-fiction-bridging-the-literary-genre-gap #WritingCommunity #UpmarketFiction

How to write upmarket fiction:

- Start with a strong, emotionally compelling premise.
- Focus on rich, character-driven storytelling.
- Explore universal themes (love, grief, identity).
- Draw inspiration from real-world issues.

These novels feature:

✅ Strong, polished writing

✅ High-concept “what if?” hooks

✅ Emotional depth

✅ Themes that resonate universally

Upmarket fiction bridges the gap between literary and commercial fiction.

📚 Literary = beautiful prose, layered themes.

📚 Commercial = fast-paced, broad appeal.

Upmarket = the best of both worlds.

Ever heard the term “upmarket fiction” and wondered what it means? If you want to write a novel with literary depth and mass appeal, this is for you. Let’s break it down. 👇 #WritingTips

How do you write a novel with multiple timelines? Check out our latest post on the Writing Mastery blog for tips! vist.ly/328xg #WritingTips

How should you open your story? A distinctive voice can be just as powerful as an action-packed scene! Learn more about crafting a narrative hook on the Writing Mastery blog: vist.ly/323cq #BookQuotes

Bring all your writing-related questions to this special live Office Hours with WMA founder Jessica Brody!

📅 August 16th, 2025 | 12pm PT, 3pm ET
🔗 https://www.writingmastery.com/events#calendar-f61314cd-2618-4d74-ac3d-0d8dc89c4368-event-c9d133f1-6616-4ccd-90df-31edcd8b4ea6

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Want to learn more about writing a successful book series? Check out our post on the Writing Mastery blog! vist.ly/3zyrz #WritingTipoftheDay

Karen took our Crafting Dynamic Characters course, and look what she got out of it! 🤩
Thanks, Karen, we're happy to help!

If you're struggling with character, take our course ▶️ https://www.writingmastery.com/crafting-dynamic-characters

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Want to pursue a career in editing? Get our tips on the Writing Mastery blog! vist.ly/3zucs #Editing #Writing

Unlock the Secret Code of Bestselling Novels with a FREE Save the Cat! Starter Kit!
🐱 An introduction to the 15 beats of Save the Cat!
📑 3 full "Beat Sheet" breakdowns of popular novels
✏️ A template for creating your own beat sheet

Get your starter kit ▶️ vist.ly/3ztni

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Ready to write your “Once upon a time”? Here’s how to create a fairy tale retelling that captures the wonder of the original and feels 100% yours: vist.ly/3zq3w #WritingTips

The line between Young Adult and New Adult can be tricky to decipher.
Book Coach, Savannah Gilbo, and our Community Manager, Peggy Sue, discuss the differences.

Writing Mastery Academy Members can watch Savannah's full Office Hours on our website! Link in bio.

#YAorNA #YoungAdult #WritingCommunity

Ever tried storyboarding your draft?
Jessica Brody recently created a scene-by-scene storyboard for her novel and uncovered plot holes, pacing issues, and POV imbalances she never would’ve noticed reading page-by-page.

📩 Subscribe: vist.ly/3zk7x

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The next time that voice says “You’re not good enough,” take a breath. Recognize it. Reframe it. And keep writing anyway.

Full guide here: https://www.writingmastery.com/blog/silence-your-inner-critic-a-writer-s-guide ✍️ #WritingCommunity

Separate drafting from revision.

Drafting = creative mode.
Revision = editing mode.

Promise yourself: “I’ll fix it later. For now, I’m just getting it down.”

Write fast! Set a timer for 10–25 minutes and write without stopping. No backspacing. No editing. Silence your critic by outrunning it.

Reframe the thought.

Instead of: “This scene is boring.”
Try: “This needs revision, but first drafts don’t have to be perfect.”
Shift from judgment to encouragement.

That little voice that says “Your writing is terrible”? Every writer has it. Here's how to quiet it and keep writing anyway: 🧵 #WritingTips