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Diane Nichols

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Author✍️| Magazine Journalist| Ghostwriter📚| Hopeless Twitter, GIF & Hashtag Addict #writingcommunity

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Diane Nichols
5 years
Sometimes I think back to my middle school teacher who told me that writing wasn't my strong point and laugh and laugh and laugh. #WritingCommunity #writingcommmunity #amwriting #writerslife #writing #amediting
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I'm curious... Have you ever been through something that completely changed how you look at life?
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If you had to write a romance novel based on your own love life right now, what would the title be?
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I remember in college when my psychology professor said that hearing voices in your head was a symptom of insanity. I raised my hand and told him it was also a symptom of being a writer....oh, my...the look on his face was priceless! #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing
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I got what I wanted for Easter... I did some pitching today & within an hour, an agent read my first three chapters & requested the full! Now, that's better than chocolate any day!!! I'm on three full requests in less than two weeks. Can I get a hooray? #WritingCommunity
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JK Rowling's Harry Potter was rejected by 12 publishing houses. Rudyard Kipling was told he doesn't know how to use the English language. Alex Haley wrote for 8 years before finding success. In other words....don't you dare give up. It's a brutal road, but you've got this!
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I'm feeling nosy... Using a GIF only, show me someone famous you've met in your lifetime. ME: (so dreamy!) Your turn! Go!
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I often think about the fourteen agents who turned down Twilight and wonder how do they ever forgive themselves? #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting
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I'm feeling nosy... If I took a peek at your bookshelf right now, which author would I see the most of? #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction #reading #amreading
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Okay #WritingCommunity - let's get to know each other a little better. Who was your very first celebrity crush? Mine was Davy Jones of the Monkees. I know. I'm ancient!!! Your turn! Go! RT #amwriting #writerslife #writing #writerscommunity
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So, your book has been published and Oprah Winfrey contacts you to say she is wanting to write a rave review and add it to her 2023 Book Club picks BUT your response has to be the very last thing you texted. What do you say back? #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writingq
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I'm feeling nosy... Did you go to college and if so, what did you get a degree in? Are you working in that field now?
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My new neighbor: "What do you do for a living?" Me: "I'm a ghostwriter." My new neighbor: "Oh, I don't believe in ghosts!" Me: #WritingCommunity #writerslife #amwriting #writerscommunity #writing
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If you were to write a romance novel based on your own love life, what would the title be? #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writingq
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Does anyone else remember pounding out manuscripts on a typewriter using carbon paper to make an extra copy? Just me? I'm that ancient? #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writingq
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3 years
If you had to write a nonfiction book on relationships and romance based on your own experiences, what would the title be?
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To all authors who think they have their characters nodding too much... I'm reading a NY Times bestselling author's thriller and I swear, in every single chapter, the characters nod at least a dozen times. Carry on, brave writers. We've got this! #WritingCommunity @writers
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10 months
What writing rule do you disagree with? Me: "Write what you know." That's very limiting. You can write about anything if you are willing to put in the time to do the research. Your turn! Go! #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #writingq
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Hear me out... A book store where you can go to kiosks, put on some cushy headphones, type in a title, hear an audio sample, see a book trailer on the screen, and see a meet the author clip. Genius, right? #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #reading #books #amreading
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Well, I just got a rejection on a full. The agent admitted the writing was great, the opening & premise drew her in, but she would have liked more vivid description. She then admitted it was a hard call. I guess that's a small concession. Ugh. #WritingCommunity
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Instead of all these house flipping shows, there should be one about taking an old manuscript that was shelved years ago and revamping it until it shines, then it sells to a publisher in the Big 5 for top dollar. Needs a name. What would it be called? #WritingCommunity
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I'm feeling nosy... Using a GIF only, show me what you've been up to this weekend. Here's mine: GO!!!!! #WritingCommunity #weekendvibes
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Using a GIF only, show me what your current book is about. Mine: Your turn! Go! #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction
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Being a writer means seeing the world differently than most people. I study things, I watch, I observe, I file away snippets to use in my book. Anything & everyone is fair game to end up in my pages. Even my neighbor's garden gnomes. Who can relate? #WritingCommunity #writingq
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I'm feeling nosy.... Using a GIF only, show me what you're up to tonight. Go! #WritingCommunity #Saturday
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11 months
I sometimes miss the days when all a writer had to do was write. No social media to keep up with. No Query Manager forms to labor through. No juggling various platforms and impressing agents with followers. Just write and submit. That's it. Who's with me? #WritingCommunity
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Soooo, when I start a new book, I don't stress over names. It's like the characters step up and introduce themselves to me. I actually HEAR them tell me their names. Is this normal or insane? Be kind, please. #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting #writingq
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2 years
Let's have some fun... Share a line from a movie that would tell most people what the movie is without saying the title. Me: Frankly, my dear...I don't give a damn. YOUR TURN! GO!!!!
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Don't underestimate the power of networking with other writers. I never would have found my agent or gotten this far in my career without the help of other authors who lent a helping hand. Let's support each other! #WritingCommunity #amwriting #writerslife #writerscommunity
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I think to succeed as a writer, you need to have a blend of talent, determination, super thick skin, and a bit of luck. Anything you'd add to the list? #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #writingq
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I'm feeling nosy... Using a GIF only, show me how you're celebrating the Fourth of July today. #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction #FourthofJuly2023
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I absolutely love editing my 298-page manuscript! (said no writer ever in the history of mankind) Who can relate? #WritingCommunity #Writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writingq
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I'm reading a novel at the moment where I truly can't stand the main character, but always push to finish a book that I start. Would this be enough for you to give up on the read or would you keep going? I'm trying to hang in there! #WritingCommunity #reading #amreading #books
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I'm truly curious... Has writing ever served as therapy for you to help you through a hard time? #WritingCommunity #Writer #writing #writers #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writingq
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I don't understand why writers think marketing and promoting is so hard. I mean, I think my technique is pretty powerful.... #WritingCommunity #amwriting #writerslife #writerscommunity
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3 years
If you had to write a nonfiction book about fashion based on your own sense of style, what would the title be?
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Do you find that being a writer changes things as far as reading a novel? Can you just enjoy or do you assess characters, plot, descriptions, dialogue, etc.? #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writingq
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Here's a question #WritingCommunity - You have a book published out in stores & you happen to walk by seeing someone skimming through it. Do you go up and tell them you wrote the book or stay quiet and just wear a secretive smile? #amwriting #writerslife #writers #amreading
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Be honest... Does seeing other writers succeed give you hope and motivation or discourage you? #WritingCommunity #Writer #writing #writers #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writingq
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I'm feeling nosy... What was your favorite TV show as a child?
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So, you're at your local Starbucks and see someone at a table reading one of your books. Would you approach them and tell them you are the author..... Or sip your latte and give a secret little smile? GO! LIKE! RETWEET! #WritingCommunity #writerslife #amwriting #writer
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1 year
It's official. I've taken a dive back in to the query trenches with my psychological thriller. Send well wishes, good vibes, and maybe throw in some cute animal pics for good luck! It can be brutal out there!!! #WritingCommunity #Writer #writing #writers #amwriting #querying
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I've heard the saying "If you write, you're a writer," but it's not that cut & dry. You are also a writer if you daydream, read, people watch, step back & do self-care. It's all a part of nurturing your gift & making your writing the best it can be. Agree? #WritersCommunity
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If you were to write an autobiography on your life, what would the title be?
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If you had to write a nonfiction book about romance based on your own love life, what would the title be?
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What's your pet peeve about QueryManager forms? Mine: I hate when some agents ask "Why are you the author to tell this story?" I always want to answer "Because I'm the one who thought of it!!!" 😂 Your turn! Go! #WritingCommunity #Writer #writing #writers #amquerying
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Does reading about other writers' success get you down or show you there's hope? #WritingCommunity #Writer #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writers #writing #writingq
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Confession time... Have you ever made yourself cry over a powerful scene you wrote? ME: Oh, hell yes! #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writingq
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It's after 10 p.m. and I checked my email and WHAT???????? Another full request. From a great agent. At 10 p.m. Smelling salts please! #WritingCommunity #Writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction #amquerying
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It's officially the weekend, which means it's time for a really bad joke. Why can you never hear a pterodactyl going to the bathroom? Because the pee is silent. You're welcome.
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8 months
Just curious... How many of you now call this platform X or do you still refer to it as Twitter? #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #writingq
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Do you ever base any of your characters on actual people you know? #WritingCommunity #Writer #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writers #writing #writingq
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Using a GIF only, show me where your current book takes place. Go!!!! #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction
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If you had to write a book about your life during this pandemic, what would the title be?
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I'm curious... Have you ever written a story that didn't have a happy ending? #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writingq
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I've always dreamed of one day having a writing space where I can look out the window at a breathtaking view of woods and hills. When you look out your closest window right now, what is your view? #WritingCommunity #Writer #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writers #author
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Love your story with all of your heart. Love it enough to see it through the entire journey. Whether it gets published or never goes any further, if you wrote what your spirit told you to write & your imaginary world is brought to life, that is a win all by itself. Be proud.
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YOU GUYS DID IT! I asked for good vibes & well wishes for diving back into the query trenches. You stepped up. I got flooded with wonderful messages & cute animal pics, and....... I GOT A FULL REQUEST FROM A QUERY I SENT OUT YESTERDAY FROM A DREAM AGENT! #WritingCommunity
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JUST GOT A PARTIAL REQUEST TWO DAYS AFTER PITCHING!!!!! So far, stats for pitching for three weeks: 3 fulls 1 partial 4 rejections No matter what, I'm proud of my work and happy to get this far. Stay tuned!!!!!! #WritingCommunity #Writer #writers #amquerying
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Hey, fellow writers...it's time to toot your own horn! What's the biggest compliment you ever received on your writing? #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writingq
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What are some of your favorite words that are just plain fun to say? Mine: Habitat, cohesive, heebie-jeebies Your turn! Go! #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writingq
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It's officially the weekend, which means it's time for a really bad joke... What's the difference between Black Eyed Peas and chickpeas? One can sing us a song, while the other can only hummus one. You're welcome.
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Have you ever written a storyline that was way outside of your comfort zone, but you felt compelled to write it anyway? #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writingq
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Here's a challenge... Can you pitch your book in one sentence? #WritingCommunity #Writer #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writers #writingq
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Okay #WritingCommunity - If your WIP or last book project had an animal in it show it in a GIF!!!! I'll go first: Roxy the adorable adopted shelter dog Your turn and please RETWEET! #amwriting #writerslife
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Using a GIF only, show me where your current storyline takes place. MINE: #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting
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2 years
If you were to be magically transported to the place you last watched on television, where would you be right now? Me: In the courtroom at the Johnny Depp trial YOUR TURN! GO!!!!!
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This is one of my favorites from my collection. Who knew a mug could be so wise? #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing
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1 year
After yet another scene in my WIP took off in a whole different direction than I had planned, I'm more convinced than ever my characters are the boss. I'm merely their typist, and I'm fine with that. Who can relate? #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting
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Good morning, exers. I'm exing my first ex today. I'm looking forward to reading your exes, too. Hmmmm. Doesn't work for me. Is anyone else not liking this one damn bit?
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Dear Literary Agent, Although I greatly appreciate the work that went into your rejection letter, I regret to inform you that it isn't a fit for my needs at this time. Sincerely, A determined writer #WritingCommunity #Writer #amwriting #writers #writing #author
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Is your family supportive of your writing journey? Do they read your work? #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #amwriting #writing #amwritingfiction #writingq
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What quirky addictions do you have? Me: Anything chimps Thrift stores Sticky notes Your turn! Go! #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writingq
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I've kept on writing through: Illness Homelessness Divorce Loss of loved ones Hurricanes Depression Lesson learned...no matter how hard it is to keep writing sometimes, it would be harder to stop. When it's in your blood, quitting isn't even an option. #WritingCommunity
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I'm curious... Do you feel writing talent is something a person is born with or can it be acquired along the way? #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #writingq
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If you had to write a nonfiction book on exercise based on your own habits, what would the title be?
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In a GIF show me where you live without telling me where you live.
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I'm feeling nosy... What's your phobia? Mine: Flying Your turn! Go! #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting
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WE ALL KNOW WRITING IS STRESSFUL!!!! So, using a GIF only, what would your ideal therapy animal be? Mine: Definitely a huggable alpaca Your turn! GO!!! RETWEET!!!! #WritingCommunity #writerslife #amwriting #writerscommunity #writing
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Thought I'd post my updated stats since I've been pitching my Domestic Thriller for nearly 3 months: 2 fulls still out 2 fulls rejected 3 partials pending 44 rejections 1 major publisher interested if I get an agent Anyone else want to share? #WritingCommunity #querying
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It's officially the weekend, which means it's time for a really bad joke. Why have you never heard about the book called "Constipation?" Because it never came out. You're welcome.
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If you absolutely had to write a book based on your current love life, what would the title be? #WritingCommunity #Writer #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writers #writing #writingq
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I'm up to TWO full requests now! TWO!!!! In only four days! You guys really brought me luck!!!! Consider yourselves cyber hugged. The Writing Community is kick ass!!! #WritingCommunity #Writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction #querying
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Using a GIF only, show me how long you've been a writer. #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing
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I'm curious... Do you believe most writers are introverts who prefer their alone time to socializing? #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #writingq
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Using a GIF only, show me how you're feeling in your writing journey right now. ME: #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction
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2 years
When you write, do you have a word count to target or do you just go with the flow?
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What sparked the idea for your current storyline? Me: An old wooden treehouse I saw in the South Carolina woods one summer Your turn! Go! #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writingq
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Hey #WritingCommunity - I got to wondering... If someone were to write a novel based on the last 3 years of your life, what category would it most likely fall into? (I started by putting mine in comments) RETWEET! #amwriting #writerslife #writing #writerscommunity
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Question... Since I've been working on my new novel, I can't sleep worth a damn no matter how tired I am. Who else finds they have horrendous bouts of insomnia when they're writing a book? Anybody? #WritingCommunity #Writer #writers #writing #amwriting #writingq
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I love a flawed character, as they are more relatable. Tell me about your main character's imperfections. #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writingq
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Hey, fellow writers... Do you edit as you go or write it all out and then do edits? #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writingq
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You're writing a romantic scene where your main character is going to try to win over their love interest with a special gift, BUT it has to be the very last thing that you bought. What present are they wooing them with? #WritingCommunity #Writer #writers #writing #writingq
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I'm feeling nosy... Have you ever based any of your book's characters on real people in your life? If so, did you ever let them know or was it your little secret? #WritingCommunity #writing #writers #writingq
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It dawned on me that I haven't included any pets in my storylines. Have you? Tell me about them!!! #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writingq
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Confession time... If you read a novel that you didn't care for at all, do you usually leave a bad review or just keep it to yourself? #WritingCommunity #writer #writing #writers #readingcommunity #books
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It's officially the weekend, which means it's time for a really bad joke. What's the name of the new Al Pacino movie where he stars as a man who wins the World Knitting Championship? Scarf Ace You're welcome.
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When you finish a novel, do you like to read the author's Acknowledgements page? #WritingCommunity #writer #writers #writing #amwriting #amwritingfiction #writingq #reading
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