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Weak Words and Dogmatic Writing Rules

Writing Shortcuts Are Lazy, But So Are Dogmatic Writing Rules Some writers insist that adverbs, adjectives, and any dialogue tag besides “said” are lazy shortcuts that weaken your writing and should always be avoided. However, dogmatic writing rules are lazy in their own way. Dogmatic rules are just a way to avoid thinking about individual situations. The truth is, in […]

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Kevin’s Forever Kingdom

A Science Fiction Short Story Prince Reginald stepped into the longhouse, watching for any sign of movement. On Detritus Island, attacks could come from anywhere. Thankfully, the place seemed to be empty. He took his hand off his sword. At the far end of the vast room, a cauldron bubbled over a roaring fire. He couldn’t smell anything cooking, but

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