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The Book Mechanic
Down-and-dirty growth strategies for commercial writers and creators, with a blue collar work ethic, and a no-nonsense voice.
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Kathy Widenhouse
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The Book Mechanic
Apr 29, 2022
40 Terms Content Writers Need to Know
Whether you’re a wannabe author or a seasoned pro, you need to…
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Kathy Widenhouse
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The Book Mechanic
Jan 4, 2022
Why 10-Cent Words Are Better Than 10-Dollar Words
Word choice matters. Ask two Pulitzer prize winners.
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Kathy Widenhouse
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The Book Mechanic
Oct 25, 2021
5 Words That Move Readers to Act
Just one word or phrase can make the difference
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Kathy Widenhouse
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The Book Mechanic
Jul 30, 2021
The Simple Phrase That Makes Your Content More Persuasive
Repeat your point — with subtlety — using 8…
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Kathy Widenhouse
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The Book Mechanic
Jun 30, 2021
Want More Readers? Avoid Jargon
Help outsiders feel like insiders when you simplify your content
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Kathy Widenhouse
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The Book Mechanic
Apr 16, 2021
Want Readers to Respond Faster? Use This Word
When you get crickets, this power word increases FOMO —…
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Kathy Widenhouse
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The Book Mechanic
Jan 7, 2021
Avoid This Word in Conversation — But Use It Often in Writing
Why “but” gets a bad name
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Kathy Widenhouse
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The Book Mechanic
Sep 25, 2020
Get Results For Readers With This One Power Word
Give readers 100% heart and 100% head
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Laura McDonell
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The Book Mechanic
Sep 2, 2019
Give the Compliment
Words Matter. They become part of our story.
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