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New Release by C.R. King
Congratulations to author C.R. King on his new book release: LA’s Genocide: What, Why, When–The Story of the First Americans. This is C.R. King’s second book with EMSA Publishing. For more by C.R. King, please see his author page. This enlightening book delves into the rich history of the First Americans of Southern California and…
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The power of show-don’t-tell in fiction writing
In fiction writing, the technique of “show-don’t-tell” is a tool with the power to bring your stories to life. The basic idea behind show-don’t-tell is that instead of simply telling your readers what’s happening, you should show them through descriptive language, action, and dialogue. To do this effectively, keep the following in mind: Use descriptive…
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Writing With Scene and Chapter Breaks
Scene (aka section) and chapter breaks are important structural tools, indicating to the reader that something in the setting has changed. They can also indicate flashbacks and signal changes in time, location, and point of view. Using scene and chapter breaks is a good way for authors to control the flow of their stories. Chapter…
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Self vs. Traditional Publishing: Pros and Cons
One of the most significant decisions you must make is whether to self-publish or pursue a more traditional publishing route. It is essential to weigh the pros and cons of each carefully before making a decision. What follows should help you to make an informed decision. Self-publishing pros Self-publishing cons Traditional publishing pros Traditional publishing…
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How to punctuate dialogue in fiction: A guide for authors
Dialogue allows readers to get inside the minds of your characters. As an editor, I have realized that many authors struggle with how to punctuate dialogue correctly. Here is a primer that explores the basics of punctuating dialogue in fiction with tips for making it more effective. Dialogue is set off by quotation marks. Each…
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4 Ways to Avoid Information Dump When Writing
According to The Cambridge Dictionary, information dump is defined as “the practice of giving too much information at the same time, or a piece of writing that does this.” It is also a common writing mistake made by many new and independent authors. Bombarding the reader with a character’s entire life history all at once…
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3 Popular Points of View
Point of view is one of the most essential elements of fiction. When done correctly, it helps the reader walk miles in your character’s shoes. When done incorrectly, it affects the flow of the narrative and will turn most people away from reading your manuscript to its conclusion and climax. The best way to write…
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Spooky Reads II – #BookTok
Braelynn’s Birthright–Book 1: Wendigo is available on Amazon. Reviewers wanted! Contact me at admin @ emsapublishing.com for a free eBook review copy.
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Read October’s Newsletter
It’s been a while, but EMSA Publishing has resurrected its mailing list and has resumed sending out newsletters. Here is the link to October’s newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/dc1fe2ad98f0/crisp-new-fall-reads-6145869. For free ebook copies of October’s spooky reads, email me at admin @ emsapublishing.com. All I ask in exchange for the books is a quick Amazon review. To join…