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The Parliament of the Animals | A Reading from 'Kingsmere Gate' by Author Larissa C. Douglass
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October 23, 2025 at 6:44 PM
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Coax readers to eat your story’s veggies
If you want to impress readers, give them a cookie. A term coined by CSFW’s David Smith, a cookie is some item in the text that rewards readers paying close attention to the story. A cookie might be a...
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Avoid giving readers a big info dump
An info dump is a chunk of exposition that is insufficiently integrated into the story being told. It’s also known as an “expository lump” and is a specific kind of exposition. The info dump usually i...
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Don’t leave reader in fog with vague descriptions
As a storyteller, you want to draw readers into your tale so that they vicariously live out the action. One way to achieve that is by providing evocative descriptions of the setting or action. Not pro...
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What a fantastic way to support new voices in SFF! 🌟✨ I can't wait to discover your amazing stories! Keep shining and sharing your creativity! 📚💖 #NewAuthors #SFFCommunity
Hey, beginning sff authors who only started posting their work online in the past year, post your links!!
I know we're all greedy for good new works and I know how hard it is to get your stuff out there. Reply below and signal boost each other.
Brag! Sell yourself!!
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Brag! Sell yourself!!
September 24, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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One week out, and SO MANY wonderful folks have purchased and read my first novel... I am beyond grateful!
Please check out the teaser trailer (narrated by @glasseyy.bsky.social) here.
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Please check out the teaser trailer (narrated by @glasseyy.bsky.social) here.
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JSR's debut novel: The Trouble with Trauma (Teaser Trailer)
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September 21, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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Dear Authors & Writers,
A world in which you and your stories don't exist is an unbearable and unimaginably sad world.
Whether you realize it or not, you are shaping this world into a better place and giving voice and hope to lives far beyond your own.
Keep writing.
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A world in which you and your stories don't exist is an unbearable and unimaginably sad world.
Whether you realize it or not, you are shaping this world into a better place and giving voice and hope to lives far beyond your own.
Keep writing.
#writingcommunity #writerslife
September 16, 2025 at 10:03 PM
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"A modern day, shapeshifting sheriff."
Now there's a hook!
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"A modern day, shapeshifting sheriff."
Now there's a hook!
Support #indieauthors #newauthors #indiebookstores
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and the #FreedomToRead
MATEO’S LAW
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His deputy is a Southern transplant with a voice of honey and mouth of a trucker. He and his blood brother no longer speak. And he’s got a secret that would stun those that know him best.
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His deputy is a Southern transplant with a voice of honey and mouth of a trucker. He and his blood brother no longer speak. And he’s got a secret that would stun those that know him best.
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#Shifter #ContemporaryWestern #PoliceThriller #KUFree
September 15, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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In only one week, my debut novel releases. I'm not anxious at all!
Please check out the teaser trailer (narrated by @glasseyy.bsky.social) here. PRE-ORDERS OPEN NOW!
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Please check out the teaser trailer (narrated by @glasseyy.bsky.social) here. PRE-ORDERS OPEN NOW!
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JSR's debut novel: The Trouble with Trauma (Teaser Trailer)
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September 8, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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HAPPY READ A BOOK DAY
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The Wonder Wanderer
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The Wonder Wanderer | Substack
Embark on a thrilling journey with ABC & other Fun Stories. Join us as we explore amazing cities around the globe from A to Z with every turn of a page. Get ready to discover the wonders of the world....
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September 6, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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Dear creatives!!!
We have temporarily widened our scope for submissions to include novels and short-story collections, as well as novellas and narrative non-fiction.
You can reach us via our contact page on the image. All the info is there.
Get involved today!!!
Dear creatives!!!
We have temporarily widened our scope for submissions to include novels and short-story collections, as well as novellas and narrative non-fiction.
You can reach us via our contact page on the image. All the info is there.
Get involved today!!!
September 5, 2025 at 6:24 AM
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Third print run for Coldwell. Still selling steadily.
Well done David 🙂
We are looking for authors of literary fiction and narrative non-fiction
Visit www.roadsongbooks.com for submission requirements, please.
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Well done David 🙂
We are looking for authors of literary fiction and narrative non-fiction
Visit www.roadsongbooks.com for submission requirements, please.
#submissions #davidgladwinauthor #coldwell #smallpresspublishing #newauthors
September 1, 2025 at 5:54 PM
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Questions to ask yourself when plotting a story
When developing a plot for your story, there are several key questions you ought to ask yourself. First and foremost, ask yourself what is the story’s dramatic situation or central problem. This is th...
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Here is the next Monday excerpt from my book.
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August 25, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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Thanks are due to staff at The Beverley Bookshop who hosted David Gladwin's first booksigning event. Also to everybody that bought a signed copy of his novella, Coldwell.
Thanks also to David for making the arrangements click. Proud of you mate 🙂
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Thanks also to David for making the arrangements click. Proud of you mate 🙂
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August 24, 2025 at 10:14 AM
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We are looking for authors. Please visit our contact page at www.roadsongbooks.com for our submission requirements.
Unrepresented artists are welcome to send their manuscripts.
We are encouraging writers from all social backgrounds.
If you know a writer, please send them our way.
Unrepresented artists are welcome to send their manuscripts.
We are encouraging writers from all social backgrounds.
If you know a writer, please send them our way.
August 22, 2025 at 6:43 AM
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How to choose a setting for your story
All too often, novice writers focus on plot and characters, overlooking setting to their story’s detriment. Simply put, the location of your story matters, as it ought to complement the plot and chara...
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Avoid using Mary Sue character type in stories
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Avoid using Mary Sue character type in stories
Among the many character types to avoid when writing is the Mary Sue. This is an idealized character who stands in for the author as his idealized self. This usually young and low-ranking character is...
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Writing Affirmation: Each word you write only yields more words that need to be written
When you set down a road, you’re not limited to that one highway. There will be intersecting roads – some gravel, some narrow streets, others wide boulevards and multi-lane freeways – that in turn lea...
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Use subplot to give story more depth
One way to give your story depth is to include a subplot, which is a secondary plot line. This sometimes is referred to as the B story, a term from screenwriting. A subplot typically centers on the su...
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Authors, ready to get published? Query me & let’s make it happen!
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