Guides
Using AI as a writing tool
A few weeks ago, I decided to challenge Chat GPT to write a novel. With Amazon cracking down on AI generated content and writers bemoaning having their work stored in the cloud being scrubbed and stolen by data miners, it’s definitely a controversial tool. After hearing about entire AI generated stories, I wanted to see just how good Chat GPT was at generating creative content.
By Katt Kantack2 years ago in Writers
Ink, Sweat, and Tears: A Writer’s Tale of NaNoWriMo
Embarking on the journey of creating a novel is like setting sail on an uncharted sea, armed with nothing but a pen, paper, and one’s imagination. Well over thirteen years ago, I attempted Nanowrimo for the first time with nothing more than an idea and a used Alphasmart typewriter I purchased off of eBay. Since the book was recommended on the website, I also purchased Chris Baty’s book “No Plot, No Problem.” It’s the book that started the entire Nano craze. As we begin another November and National Novel Writing Month, I think about the steps that transformed the daunting task of novel creation into a reality.
By Wendy Van Camp2 years ago in Writers
Show, Don’t Tell
As authors, we are the sorcerers who weave tales, the architects of imaginary worlds. Our mission is to transport readers to distant lands, to make them see and experience the story as if they were living it. But how do we accomplish this feat? How do we bring our stories to life in vivid technicolor?
By Wendy Van Camp2 years ago in Writers
What is the Mother of the Nation Festival in Abu Dhabi?
Mother of the Nation Festival in Abu Dhabi is an annual event held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to celebrate the contributions of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the wife of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who is often referred to as the "Mother of the Nation."
By Tanveer Hussain2 years ago in Writers
50 SEO tips for writers to get more traffic to your posts
50 SEO tips for articles to help you increase visibility and get more views: 1. **Keyword Research:** Before creating content, conduct thorough keyword research to identify the terms and phrases your target audience is searching for. Tools like Google Keyword Planner and SEMrush can assist in finding relevant keywords with search volume data.
By Salman siddique2 years ago in Writers
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: How I Published A Novel Trilogy By Co-Authoring
Hi there! I'm Marie, a Filipino fantasy author based in the United Kingdom. I co-wrote the Norse myth urban fantasy trilogy The Prophecies of Ragnarok with Meri Benson, which we just completed last October, and I'm here to talk about our co-authoring process!
By Marie Sinadjan2 years ago in Writers
What Makes a Slang Word Useful?
Living outside of the Philadelphia area for most of my life, I’ve seen my fair share of slang words enter and leave the fray. Some of them are amusing, some of them are useful, and some are outright pointless and forgettable. But it never really occured to me that there might actually be ways of truly assessing a slang word’s value. There are standards that linguists and philologists use to measure what a new word or phrase provides.
By Ben Ulansey2 years ago in Writers
Is Language an Economy or a Tapestry?
For much of my time as a writer, I’ve been torn between two camps. Since middle school, my father instilled in me an appreciation for words and each of their distinct meanings. For any given idea, there are a million ways to express it. To include every possible permutation of polysyllabic phrases, proverbs and platitudes, we begin to enter into delightful verbal infinities.
By Ben Ulansey2 years ago in Writers
12 Mistakes I did- writing on vocal.media
Let's find out what are those factors 1. Ignoring Guidelines: Vocal.media, like any platform, has specific guidelines for content creation. Ignoring these guidelines may result in your work being rejected or not receiving the visibility it deserves. Guidelines typically cover content standards, formatting requirements, and community rules. Taking the time to familiarize yourself with and adhere to these guidelines is crucial for successful writing on Vocal.media.
By Salman siddique2 years ago in Writers
Understanding Hematemesis Causes and Symptoms
Hematemesis, though a somewhat daunting term, is simply the medical way of saying "vomiting blood." While this may sound alarming, understanding the potential causes and symptoms can help demystify this condition and guide individuals toward seeking timely medical attention when necessary.
By Dr. Sushil Kumar Jain2 years ago in Writers
