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Hyphen, en dash, or em dash?
Confused by hyphens, en dashes, and em dashes? This clear guide explains how fiction writers can use each dash for clarity and flow.
Deborah Taylor
Jan 122 min read


How to Write a Good Sex Scene
Learn how to write intimate scenes that readers connect with—without slipping into clichés or purple prose. These simple tips help authors focus on character emotion, tension, and authenticity to create scenes that enhance the story.
Deborah Taylor
Dec 9, 20253 min read


Trigger Warnings In Fiction: A Necessary Courtesy Or Creative Constraint?
Trigger warnings in fiction are becoming more common—but are they truly helping readers, or limiting creativity?
Deborah Taylor
Oct 29, 20253 min read


Copy Editing and Proofreading for Indie Authors: A Behind-the-Scenes Look
Thinking About Hiring a Copy Editor? Find out what it is like to work with me a professional proofreader and copy editor.
Deborah Taylor
Aug 11, 20253 min read
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