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Red Book Tag

This book tag is based on the Taylor Swift album Red. I don’t really listen to her, but Lauren @ Narrative Paradise invited me and I do like books, so I will try it.

I started writing this a month ago, so half my answers are outdated, but most of them still apply.

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Very Late Halloween Creatures Book Tag 2021

I was invited to this challenge over a month ago by Hassan’s Book Corner and have finally gotten a chance to try it. Halloween has long passed, and now we’re excited for the new year, but it’s an interesting and unique idea so I will do it anyway.

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The 10 Best Writing Tips I’ve Learned

What is good writing?

A question without a simple answer.

I am no expert at writing — or anything, for that matter. You need many years to gain expertise, and I haven’t had many years yet. But I do love writing, and I get better at it every day. Here are some things I have learned from online, other people, and my own experience.

Red pen lying beside a page of writing with some markings and corrections.
If you are interested in this post, stay tuned!

Also!


I decided to try something new, so coming soon is a helpful infographic: An Editing Checklist for Fantastical Hobbyists.

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10 Things I Noticed When I Read Indian No More by Charlene Willing McManis

Another book I had to read for the competition, in addition to Gregor the Overlander, was Indian No More by Charlene Willing McManis with Traci Sorell. It surprised me in multiple ways and while it won’t stick out as a favorite, it was an insightful book that I recommend to pretty much anyone.

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