Men With Pens

JANUARY 6, 2011

With the amount of work I’ve been producing, I’ve learned a lot about myself as a writer and about writing in general. So for my next great endeavor, I’d like to discuss how a writer evolves. Like most writers, I look back at some of my blog posts from about two years ago and cringe a little. That’s how people get engaged.

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Jane Friedman

OCTOBER 24, 2024

But here’s advice I wish I could offer to every writer tying themselves into knots trying to find that magical first line: Let it go. But we only begin to engage if something about them intrigues us enough to know more. Studies show people make judgments about others in a tenth of a second.

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Jane Friedman

AUGUST 30, 2023

Writers are frequently advised to read more to improve their writing. You’ll find books on this topic, such as Francine Prose’s Reading Like a Writer and How to Read Like a Writer by Erin Pushman, but they tend to take a generalist approach. What POV does the writer use? What stands in her way?

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Grammarly

OCTOBER 4, 2023

For writers and readers alike, it can be difficult to tell the difference—especially when the two genres often intersect. Fiction refers to literature that is not grounded in real-life events but is made up or created from a writer’s imagination. This example illustrates the problem of distinguishing between fiction and nonfiction.

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The Write Life

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Since it can be hard for a writer to know where to find them, we did the legwork for you. We found 40 reputable, well-reviewed, free writing contests for poets, fiction writers, essayists and more. And if you’re still hungry for more opportunities, we also have posts on writers grants and writing fellowships.).

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Grammarly

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

When to use words that rhyme in English Rhyming is a way to make what you’re saying more engaging. People are naturally attracted to rhymes, so writers and orators take advantage of this literary device to make their work more delightful. Likewise, some phonemes are spelled the same but sound different because of pronunciation.

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Jane Friedman

APRIL 19, 2023

Author Elisa Lorello’s exploratory dive into ChatGPT led her to discover its usefulness to fiction and nonfiction writers, and she shares them all in her new book The AI Author Assistant: How to Use Chat GPT to Optimize Your Writing Progress and Income While Retaining Your Human Touch. Let’s just say I took one for the team.)

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Grammarly

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Writers use consonance to make their words more engaging, or to stand out. Because of its close relation to rhymes and rhythm, consonance is used in all types of poetry and music, as well as prose writing to a lesser extent. Moreover, unlike rhymes, the shared sound can come anywhere in the word—the beginning, middle, or end.

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Freelance Writing Jobs

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Too many creative writers neglect the basics of sales copywriting when writing for retail brands. Creative Writing: 7 Differences to Consider Here are some things to consider if you’re a creative writer who is exploring retail copywriting for the first time. Retail clients have different needs. Let’s say you’re writing for a U.S.

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Smart Blogger

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

With the pandemic appearing in the rear-view mirror for most of us, we’re greeted with more options to attend retreats that appeal to any writer. This post will surely meet you with a writer’s retreat that works for your budget, even if you’re stuck at home. Are you staying at home and looking for a retreat?

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Jane Friedman

JULY 2, 2024

When homegrown writers sought publication, printers said, We’ll print your work—if you pay for it. Like today’s authors, colonial writers loved to express themselves, and if they wanted to publish, they had only one option. Writers and inventors are the only two occupations granted Constitutional protection. Why pay to publish?

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Grammarly

DECEMBER 11, 2024

A novel is a fictional work of prose that weaves together characters, plots, and settings to create a narrative world, capturing a specific theme or element of the human experience. Plot is crucial because it engages the readers attention and creates a framework for the novels themes and character development.

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The Write Life

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

These potent tools wield the power to evoke emotion, spur action, and forge a deeper connection with readers, making them indispensable in the arsenal of any writer. These dynamic words serve as catalysts, propelling readers from passive consumption to active engagement. Play: Suggests engaging in an activity or game.

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Jane Friedman

JULY 19, 2023

Writers aren’t supposed to put too much of themselves into their story, right? You shape your characters into people who don’t share your background, beliefs, or love for puppies in teacups, because good writers keep distance between themselves and the page. It’s not your protagonist, or your plot, or your prose.

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Content Marketing Institute

MARCH 8, 2018

Your team has created, socialized, and measured content in just about every possible way … except for one of the most important metrics: how your audience is engaging with the words. You want visitors to find information, stay engaged, or complete a task. In this article I look at how to test for readability across your organization.

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BKA Content

APRIL 16, 2023

In order to get new customers and increase overall sales, you need longer engagement than that! With good web content writing and good web content writers, you can build the trustworthy aura and valuable expertise that will keep your readers longer and encourage them to return more often. In that case, do you need a web content writer?

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Grammarly

APRIL 3, 2023

Writers are often told not to end sentences with prepositions because, in a lot of cases, it leaves the sentence incomplete or unclear. In direct response copy, they can hook readers’ attention and keep them engaged: Does our newest system run more quietly than our last one? When we speak, we frequently end sentences with prepositions.

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Freelance Magic

JANUARY 3, 2023

How do some freelance writers demand $1/word while you’re stuck at $100/article (or less)? Or their poetry-dripping prose. But what’s more likely: those freelance writers have learned how to find, attract, and retain high-paying clients. Other writers might want more direction, meetings, and belongingness of a team.

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Men With Pens

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

. “Nothing can be made to be of interest to the reader that was not first of vital concern to the writer.&# – John Gardner, The Art of Fiction. They shook your emotions because the writer cared. Have you ever read words that really grabbed you? That stuck in your mind for weeks? That brought tears to your eyes?

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Smart Blogger

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

that keeps readers engaged and coming back for more. Takeaway By using a table of contents , you can engage your readers by showing them what to expect from your post. Takeaway Make your blog posts easier and more enjoyable to read with images, text boxes, and beautiful prose. The four stories in this post engage and teach us.

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Neil Patel

JUNE 11, 2014

If a release is engaging enough, it can generate social signals, drive shares, direct targeted and organic traffic, and create journalistic interest abroad. If you have never written a press release, consider using a professional content writer or service. It does nothing to engage the reader. How to Create Good PR Titles.

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Smart Blogger

JANUARY 8, 2023

Many consider the limerick poem to be a tool to break a bout of writer’s block as it spurs creativity (as writing poetry usually does) and it’s easy to whip out, like this one: A small block is causing you to fret. Ogden Nash was quite the witty writer when it came to his lyrics. Not like long prose that may cause a fright.

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Content Marketing Institute

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

It helps you avoid bias in your work and engage with people and problems more mindfully. It’s prose that makes you go, ‘Huh?’ The Workplace Writer’s Process: A Guide to Getting the Job Done. Anne offers six species of writers from which you should identify yourself and/or someone you work with. by Anne Janzer.

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Make a Living Writing

MARCH 27, 2025

If you are struggling with creating your prose narrative, this article will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how you can write a descriptive essay with vivid details that engages the audience and reflect your important events, personal growth, reflections, life lessons, and more. Without further ado, let’s get started!

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Men With Pens

JANUARY 9, 2013

You see, many people tell me they wish they could register for Damn Fine Words, because they know that if they could just get in the course… …they could set their business firmly on the path of success, because they’d finally have the skills to write engaging website copy that pulls in much-needed clients. That’s all.

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Freelance Writing Jobs

JUNE 11, 2023

” As an active listener, you engage in a productive dialogue by asking questions like: Could you provide more details on the specific aspects of sustainable living you’d like me to focus on? Writer : Absolutely! Writer : Absolutely! Are there any particular sub-topics or examples you would like me to include?

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Smart Blogger

JUNE 5, 2023

When you frequently write, you‘re challenged to create attention-grabbing, engaging, clear and concise, knowledgeable, and informative content. So, what’s a writer to do? The built-in thesaurus is a boon to academic paper writers and office workers. But there are many Quillbot alternatives out there at different price points!

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Smart Blogger

MARCH 9, 2023

If you want to be a freelance writer , you’ll have to demonstrate you understand content writing and create sample articles. Many writers, in the rush to end their job search, overlook some of these details. And as a writer, you’ll need to understand their target audience to create good content for them.

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ProBlogger

AUGUST 14, 2013

This is a guest contribution from Victoria Elizabeth, writer for the Ometria Blog. So making your blog posts as digestible as possible will ensure that you keep them interested and engaged with your writing. Hemingway’s short, snappy prose delivers a clear message and his writing scarcely strays into flowery descriptions.

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ProBlogger

JANUARY 4, 2013

It fails to engage, or draw you in. The writer is unable to form a connection and you end up clicking away. They are masters of engagement. Your old English teacher was right when she told you to choose the right word, make it vivid and interesting and add adjectives to your prose. Do you want to be clever or engaging?

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Smart Blogger

JANUARY 8, 2024

In this post — this ultimate, step-by-step guide — we’ll share tips used by professional freelance writers to create spellbinding posts that are adored by thousands. Engage Your Senses Vague headlines leave readers feeling empty. Engage all of your senses by using sensory words. You need an ultimate guide.

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Words Matter by Wix

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

While the concept doesn't completely bypass skepticism from the masses, it does provide a solution for many people who don’t have the ability to prose on their own. In essence, a ghostwriter is a professional writer who gets paid for their work, but gives full credit to someone else. What is a ghostwriter? Types of ghostwriting.

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ProBlogger

AUGUST 18, 2010

And most copywriters are trained, qualified, experienced writers, whereas most bloggers are trained, qualified and experienced at something else entirely. When they engage their readers and compel them to act — e.g. click a banner ad or click thru and buy an affiliate product. It seems counter-intuitive, I know.

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Fat Joe

OCTOBER 26, 2022

And because these firms hire experienced writers, the quality of posts you publish will be better, too. Their prose engages audiences with interesting vocabulary, short sentences, and useful information. . They celebrate their talented writers and take any opportunity they can to put them front and center. .

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ProBlogger

OCTOBER 7, 2010

We can’t all be Pulitzer-worthy prose writers. If you’re a good writer but a bad designer, find a good template and then leave it alone. If you’ve got heaps of great ideas but lack the words to convey them, take a writing class or have a writer friend look over your posts in exchange for a nice dinner.

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Content Hacker

JANUARY 10, 2024

This tech isn’t just about speed; it’s smart enough to analyze data for your strategy, personalize your message at scale, and even keep social media buzzing with engaging posts. Gone are the endless hours of brainstorming ideas or wrestling with writer’s block — AI tools now offer up a smorgasbord of content ideas in seconds.

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ProBlogger

OCTOBER 5, 2012

We also want to quote authors, whether that’s some prose, a statement, a callout or something they said recently. Matthew Setter is a freelance writer, technical editor and proofreader. His mission is to help businesses present their online message in an engaging and compelling way so they’re noticed and remembered.

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