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What is Head-Hopping and How to Fix it!
If you've ever read a scene and felt vaguely unsettled. Not sure whose story you were in, or why the emotional connection suddenly felt thinner, there's a good chance head-hopping was the culprit. Head-hopping is among one of the most common issues I encounter in manuscripts. It's also one of the most invisible to the author who wrote it. Which is why it's worth understanding it better before your manuscript reaches a reader. What Is Head-Hopping? Point of view—POV—is the len
Deborah Taylor
4 days ago3 min read


10 Words to Cut From Your Romance Novel Right Now
Discover the top 10 words to cut from your romance novel to enhance emotional impact and clarity. Transform your writing by cutting these words today!
Deborah Taylor
May 63 min read


Why Your Romance Novel Needs a Copy Editor (Not Just Beta Readers)
Think beta readers are enough before you publish? Find out what only a professional copy editor catches and why it matters for your romance novel.
Deborah Taylor
Mar 124 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


How to Punctuate Action Beats and Dialogue Tags
Want to elevate your fiction writing? In this second part, I look at how to punctuate your dialogue tags and action beats correctly.
Deborah Taylor
Jan 7, 20253 min read


Unlock the Secrets of Action Beats and Dialogue Tags!
Want to elevate your fiction writing? Understanding the difference between dialogue tags and action beats can bring your characters to life.
Deborah Taylor
Oct 23, 20243 min read


How To Save Time Editing Using Macros In Word
Macros are a valuable tool for editors and proofreaders. Read this blog post to find out more.
Deborah Taylor
Feb 29, 20244 min read


14 steps to start your own business
14 steps to start your own business and why I called mine The Blue Pencil
Deborah Taylor
Mar 28, 20234 min read
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