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Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 21h

Join Jessica Brody for a free workshop hosted through ProWritingAid’s Novel November event, October 16th at 3pm PT. She'll explain how to prep your plot in 5 Steps using Save the Cat!

Learn more: vist.ly/4afe8

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Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 21h

Check out this testimonial from our Novel Fast Drafting course! 😍
If you're planning on drafting this November, this would be the perfect course to take.
AND we're offering 50% off your first month of the Writing Mastery Academy!

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#NovelNovember #WritingCommunity

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Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 23h

Want to write horror that lingers long after the book is closed? 👻

Psychological horror is your key. Here’s how to master it: 🧵

Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 23h

Writers, here’s the truth: you don’t become a master storyteller by only taking courses or reading books. 📚

Learn more in The Weekly W.R.I.T.E.R.! Sign up here: writingmastery.com/newsletter

#Newsletter #WritingCommunity #WritingMastery #AmWriting #Author

Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 1d

Whether you’re writing fantasy, romance, or sci-fi, tropes are the building blocks that define your genre. 🧱 Learn how to master them (without falling into the cliché trap): vist.ly/4aaw5 #WritingTips #Tropes

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Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 2d

What is a high concept idea, and why do you need one? Do you have a high concept idea?

You can take Jessica's full course in our Academy. Sign up for the Academy and get 50% off your first month 👉 https://www.writingmastery.com/november

#Preptober

Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 3d

It's the second week of Preptober!

Last week, we prepped our mindset. Now, we're prepping your story idea! 💡 This week, we'll be sharing tips on putting your story idea to the test—and how to strengthen it.

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Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 3d

Want to stand out in the freelance market? Choose a niche! Get more tips for freelance writing on our blog: vist.ly/4a5m3 #WritingTips

Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 4d

How do you blend fantasy and romance into one exciting and swoon-worthy story? ❤️⚔️

In this webinar, author Jenna Moreci demystifies the romantasy genre and shares how to marry a fantasy plot with a romantic storyline!

Join Jenna on October 25th at 12pm PT/3pm ET!
🔗 vist.ly/4a56m

Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 4d

Weather, lighting, setting, and character reactions all shape your story’s atmosphere. Here’s how to use them to build mood that resonates: vist.ly/4a39x #WritingTips

Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 4d

Does your outline feel more like a prison than a guide? Jessica Brody explores what happens when writing plans face off with writing reality. She shares a recent epiphany that could be the key to unlocking your creative flow!

#PlansMeetReality #WritingCommunity #WritingMastery #AmWriting #Author

Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 5d

Don't miss Jessica Brody's Office Hours, TOMMOROW at 12pm PT/3pm ET!

It will be the perfect chance to ask her whatever writing question is on your mind. Especially if you're planning on drafting your novel next month. 👀

Learn more:
vist.ly/492es

#WritingCommunity

Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 5d

We’ve put together the Road to 50K Prep Checklist! A 10-step roadmap to help you get clear on your story, your goals, and your plan to actually finish your novel this year.

Download your free 10-Step Prep Checklist now and take the first step on your Road to 50K:
vist.ly/49wm2

#NovelNovember

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Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 5d

Gothic fiction thrives on heightened emotion! Learn how to capture it: vist.ly/49w65 #BookQuotes

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Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 6d

In honor of "Prep Your Mindset" week, here's some tips on how to write your drafts fast!

Download it more tips (for free!):
https://www.writingmastery.com/download-our-free-fast-drafting-starter-kit?utm_source=writingmastery&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=3-step-faster

#FastDrafting

Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 6d

Writers, don’t go it alone! 🚪 Writing workshops open doors to feedback, fresh perspectives, and collaboration. Here’s how to get the most out of them: vist.ly/49rqm #WritingTips

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Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 7d

You might start writing your novel thinking you need ALL the pieces of the puzzle. But if you don't know what the final novel (or... puzzle) looks like, then how will you know what peices you need? 🧩

Jessica Brody explains it best in this video!

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Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 7d

It's not November yet, but it's time to prepare for writing that novel! To help, we're offering 50% off your first month of the Writing Mastery Academy.

It's the perfect time to become a member and see it for yourself 👉 vist.ly/49mhu

#Preptober #WritingCommunity

Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 7d

What is copywriting—and how do you become a copywriter? 🖊️ Let’s break it down! #WritingCommunity

Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 7d

The best dialogue reveals character. So, how do you do it? In this week’s Weekly W.R.I.T.E.R., Jessica Brody shared a simple exercise: strip out all your dialogue tags and descriptions.

✨ Want weekly writing wisdom like this? Subscribe to The Weekly W.R.I.T.E.R. at vist.ly/49kuy

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Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 8d

Looking to write a psychological thriller or horror novel? The secret is in the mind! Here’s how to craft it on the page: vist.ly/49gnq #WritingTips

Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 9d

It's preptober, and we're focusing on mindset!

Sign up for the Academy and get 50% off your first month 👉 https://www.writingmastery.com/november

#WritingCommunity

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Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 10d

It's the first week of Preptober, and were starting with the most important thing to prep... your mindset! 🧠

If you're aiming to draft a novel in November, then preperation is key. Follow along as we share tips on preparing your mind!

#Preptober #WritingCommunity

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Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 10d

Are your chapters too short? Too long? Or just right? Here’s how to evaluate and revise for maximum impact: vist.ly/49a2u #WritingTipoftheDay

Writing Mastery @writingmastery.bsky.social · 10d

Don't miss Jessica Brody's Office Hours on October 11th, 12pm PT/3pm ET!

If you're planning on writing a novel in November, then this will be the perfect opportunity to ask your writing questions! ✍️

Learn more:
vist.ly/49as9

#WritingCommunity #WritingMastery #AmWriting #Author