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Writer Wednesdays: Take criticism like a man

Posted on January 30, 2013 by alisaacarter

The worst part of writing is by far the criticism. It hurts so bad hearing someone talk trash on your baby, your blood, sweat, and tears. But if you can’t take criticism, honestly, you’ll never be a good writer. And … Continue reading →

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Writer Wednesdays: Hyphenation

Posted on June 6, 2012 by alisaacarter

Okay, as I have confessed, I have a bad case of hyphenitis. I like hyphens. They make me very happy. But there are places you don’t use hyphens. For example, when you have a modifier that consists of an adverb-adjective, you don’t … Continue reading →

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Writer Wednesdays: Those three little words every editor wants to hear …

Posted on April 25, 2012 by alisaacarter

“I love you”? “You’re the best”? No, well yes, but even more — “Edit me fiercely.” An author said that to an editor friend of mine, and we all sighed with envy. What I love about that comment is the fearlessness … Continue reading →

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