

Stop Writing Lists And Start Telling Stories
I've now provided the same advice to three people while editing their memoir/self help books, so I thought I might as well make a post...

Michael Jaymes
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Common Outlining Mistakes Made By New Writers!
Outlining is one of the most important parts of writing any story, whether it be fiction or nonficion, and surprisingly, many writers...

Michael Jaymes
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Answering The Age Old Question: What Is Story?
If you're a fiction writer, there's a good chance you've Googled this before: "What is a story?" In a recent podcast, I talk about the...

Michael Jaymes
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How I Became A Writing Coach: The Unconventional Journey
Hey writers and writing friends! This a transcript from my podcast. You can listen to it here, or enjoy my story below! :) (NOTE: This is...

Michael Jaymes
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5 Keys For Effective Nonfiction Outlining
Outlining is one of the most misunderstood stages of the writing process, especially when it comes to nonfiction. Due to a poor...

Michael Jaymes
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7 Ways An Alpha Reader Can Improve Your Writing
Alpha Readers, sometimes referred to as first readers, are readers that read your work before anyone else.

Michael Jaymes
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Crafting Compelling Narratives: 3 Creative Methods for Outlining Your Novel
Book outlining is one of the most important parts of writing a novel, especially for new writers...

Michael Jaymes
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Expanding Beyond Genre: Identifying Your Target Audience As A Writer
One of the most overlooked parts of fictional storytelling is the target audience. Many think that picking a genre for a story is enough...

Michael Jaymes
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Mastering The 5 Crucial Sections Of A Story Outline For New Writers
A simplified version of story structure - The five parts to a story outline to help take your writing to the next level!

Michael Jaymes
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