Paul Fairbairn in The Writer’s Woodshed

Mar 9, 2021

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How to Write with Clarity

Clear writing can make the difference between getting your message across…

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Paul Fairbairn in The Writer’s Woodshed

Mar 4, 2021

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Editing 101: How Not to Start Your Stories

Avoid these 5 common pitfalls and grab your readers from…

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Paul Fairbairn in The Writer’s Woodshed

Aug 5, 2021

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Traditional or Self-Publishing: Which is Best for You?

All you need to know about the pros and cons of…

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Paul Fairbairn in The Writer’s Woodshed

Mar 22, 2021

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Editing 101: How to Write Your Opening Scene

These 3 techniques work for the best in the business — so…

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Paul Fairbairn in The Writer’s Woodshed

Mar 7, 2021

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Just Say ‘Said’

You don’t need fancy speech tags to write great dialogue.

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Paul Fairbairn in The Writer’s Woodshed

Mar 8, 2021

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5 Plot Devices You Should Avoid

Improve your writing and strengthen your plots by staying clear of…

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Paul Fairbairn in The Writer’s Woodshed

Apr 5, 2021

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How to Write Believable Characters

4 tips to help you write more convincing characters

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Paul Fairbairn in The Writer’s Woodshed

Mar 25, 2021

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Engage Your Readers with Emotional Depth

Here’s why “showing” helps create an emotional response

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Paul Fairbairn in The Writer’s Woodshed

Mar 31, 2021

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The Magical Reality of Writing

Ever had the weird feeling that you’re actually in your story?

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Paul Fairbairn in The Writer’s Woodshed

Apr 7, 2021

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Your Novel in Miniature: How to Write a Synopsis

Follow these guidelines to create a compelling…

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These were the top 10 stories published by The Writer’s Woodshed in 2021. You can also dive into monthly archives for 2021 by using the calendar at the top of this page.