Katherine M. Kennedy

Writer

Getting Rid Of Filter Words in Your Writing

Filter words are words that filter the perceptions of the character, they are often redundant and can litter up the your writing, making it

Writing And Story Tropes That Need To Die

A trope is a narrative tool utilized by storytellers to build a narrative and convey a story.

Pros, Cons, and Recommendations From A Die-Hard Pantser Writer

There are two main types of authors: Plotters and Pantsers. A pantser writes, “by the seat of their pants.” i.e., they don’t plan, plot or o

8 Questions You Need To Answer Before You Start Writing Your Book

There are some elements of writing advice, like the hatred of adverbs, that, while good to know, are not essential. Others are more importan

Why You Should Edit As You Write Your Book.

Don't edit as you write is excellent advice. Advice that I found almost impossible to follow. And when I did follow it while writing my seco

British Or American English? Which is Right for Your Writing?

British V American English. The battle has begun.

How to Write Your Own Effective, Professional Bio

A professional bio highlights your unique skillset, approach to business, experience, and personality, but it does so much more than that.

Writer's Block, Fact, or Fiction? How To Deal with Flagging Motivation.

Writer's block is just a term for a bad day, week, or year at the office.

What Is Writing Experience and Do You Actually Need It to Write a Book?

JUMP AHEAD: What, by All That Is Good and Holy, Does ‘Experience’ Means When It Comes to Writing a Book? Writing Courses Experience...

How To Write A Book When You Don't Have A Story Idea

I don't believe you. I don't believe that you don't have a single solitary story idea. Sorry. SKIP AHEAD: You have A Book Idea, But You...

Bad Writing Advice to Ignore When You're Writing a Book

First books don't always suck, adverbs aren't evil, and writing goals are like being on a bad diet. Some writing advice is bad and should be

Answering Reddit Questions: How to Describe What Your Character Looks Like In First Person POV?

I'm a big Reddit fan, not the dodgy side, obviously, but the normal, helpful, lovely person side. I'm what would be considered a...

How To Find and Embrace Your Intangible Writing Style

Your writing style is your intangible writing personality. It's the words you use, the point of view you take, and the millions of little fa

13 Practical Things You Need To Know Before You Start Writing a Book

This time I’m focusing on more practical elements like grammar, writing programs, research, and editing.

Crutch Words, The Um, So Actually. Crutch Words Aren't Evil, So What Are They?

The tippiest of top writing tips I ever got was from the YouTuber Alexa Donne. She advised that writers keep a list of crutch words, and...

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