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Writing: Use Realistic Numbers, Sizes, and Time Limits

Posted on October 26, 2012 by M. B. Weston

Both mainstream and speculative writers need to make sure they do their research on numbers, spaces, sizes, and time limits. If your readers don’t trust your numbers, they won’t trust you, nor will they suspend their disbelief for you again.  … Continue reading →

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The Writing Process Part 8 – Using Advance Readers

Posted on August 15, 2012 by M. B. Weston

Your most valuable writing asset isn’t your computer, grammar knowledge, or storytelling ability. It’s your arsenal of advance readers. A few weeks ago, a friend of mine asked via Twitter: “Mrs. @mbweston, what’s your writing process?” To answer his question, … Continue reading →

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