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I’ve Got Time to Write. Now What?
Jackie Heinze 8/26/25 Jackie Heinze 8/26/25

I’ve Got Time to Write. Now What?

The only obstacle between me and writing is me.

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Reading Rec: My Friends
Jackie Heinze 8/26/25 Jackie Heinze 8/26/25

Reading Rec: My Friends

My Friends by Fredrik Backman

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Quick Tip: Time for Tense
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Quick Tip: Time for Tense

When it comes to tense, past is the safe bet.

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The Benefits of Banging Out a Shitty First Draft
Jackie Heinze 8/7/25 Jackie Heinze 8/7/25

The Benefits of Banging Out a Shitty First Draft

The shittier the first draft, the better.

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Reading Rec: Save the Cat! Writes a Novel
Jackie Heinze 8/7/25 Jackie Heinze 8/7/25

Reading Rec: Save the Cat! Writes a Novel

Jessica Brody’s take on Save the Cat! for novelists

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Quick Tip: Every Story Starts With a Want
Jackie Heinze 8/7/25 Jackie Heinze 8/7/25

Quick Tip: Every Story Starts With a Want

Give your character a clear, tangible want.

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Quick Tip: Track Your “I’s”
Jackie Heinze 8/7/25 Jackie Heinze 8/7/25

Quick Tip: Track Your “I’s”

Don’t fall into the “I” trap. Vary your sentence structure.

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Reading Rec: The Art of Time in Memoir
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Reading Rec: The Art of Time in Memoir

Sven Birkerts’ Can’t-Miss Craft Book for CNF Writers

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Quick Tip: For the Love of Periods
Jackie Heinze 8/7/25 Jackie Heinze 8/7/25

Quick Tip: For the Love of Periods

More periods. Less Commas.

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Reading Rec: The Names
Jackie Heinze 8/7/25 Jackie Heinze 8/7/25

Reading Rec: The Names

Sliding Doors Stories to Explore.

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