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Perception and Function
Perceptions Differ. A lot of speech is talking past one another. We often don’t understand what other people
The Function of Language
Cliché, What is it Good For?
We all know to avoid cliché. A cliché is a phrase, statement, or depiction that has become overly
Conceptual Integrity
Controlling Idea
Every work of fiction needs a controlling idea. The controlling idea gives a work purpose. It acts as
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Handling Criticism as a Writer
Working with an editor can be a difficult aspect of a writer’s social life. Most artists have a
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Open Mind, Open Book
Thinking is inherently fun. I don’t think people put books down because they’re too thought provoking. Also, I
The Practice of Writing
Give Yourself Time
Writing takes time. There’s no getting around it. Everybody knows it. Perhaps the greatest gift a writer can