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The Art of Fiction Unleashed: Crafting a Masterful Outline for Your Novel

Cartoon-style drawing of a mind map on a white background with blurred black corners
Belinda D'Alessandro 10 December 2023 Publishing, Writing, Writing Inspiration
The outline is that little thing that all writers create before they sit down and write a paper. This outline provides a structure for the writing process. Read more
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I STILL love coffee… but REALLY???

A mug of steaming black coffee, sitting on a linen tablecloth, surrounded by coffee beans
Belinda D'Alessandro 19 November 2023 Coffee, Writing
As a coffee lover, there's nothing quite like starting the day with a strong cup of joe. But let's face it, sometimes that extra kick can leave you feeling jittery. Read more
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Best-Selling Authors’ Writing Habits: Lessons We Can Learn from Them

Belinda D'Alessandro 26 February 2022 Writing, Writing Resources
The most successful writers don’t wait for inspiration to write. What do they do that we don’t? And what can we learn from their habits? Let's take an in-depth look! Read more
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How to Get Really Good Writing Ideas: The Power of Research and Reading

Be Creative
Belinda D'Alessandro 4 December 2021 Writing, Writing Inspiration
Struggling to develop ideas for your writing? There are two things writers need! Firstly, understanding what makes a good story. Secondly, the ability to think creatively to develop original ideas. Read more
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I love coffee… but REALLY???

A mug half filled with coffee beans on a bench, with coffee beans surrounding it
Belinda D'Alessandro 23 February 2013 Coffee, Writing

Okay, I admit it… I’m a coffee junkie. I like really GOOD coffee, and a STRONG good coffee. But how much coffee is TOO much of a good thing?

One of the favourite clichés in my family is “everything Read more

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