Animal Farm, Of Mice and Men, Breakfast at Tiffany’s: It may surprise you to learn that these well-known works are written in an often-overlooked genre—the novella. Usually between 30,000 and 50,000 words, a novella is the middle ground between a succinct short story...
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How Using Vivid Verbs Improves Your Writing | Writer’s Relief
The difference between a successful story and a lackluster one: Show, don’t tell. One of the best ways to ensure your writing “shows” is to paint a memorable, standout picture with your verb choices. At Writer’s Relief, we know the verbs you use can convey more than...
What’s The Best Length For A Short Story Or Poem? | Writer’s Relief
Like it or not, if you want to get your short story or poem published in a literary journal, the length is going to matter. More readers are using mobile devices to scroll through short stories and poetry, and longer works are harder to enjoy on a cell phone or...
5 Smart Self-Care Tips For Surviving NaNoWriMo | Writer’s Relief
Many writers participate in National Novel Writing Month during November. This marathon writing event draws thousands of participants who attempt to complete a 50,000-word novel in just thirty days. It may seem intense, but NaNoWriMo can also be a lot of fun—if you...
Quick! Here’s How To Write Great Flash Fiction | Writer’s Relief
Flash fiction is an increasingly popular genre that more literary editors are looking to scoop up for their journals, and many well-known authors have jumped on the bandwagon. The word count for flash fiction often varies by journal and can range from the length of a...
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