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5 Tips on Holding Attention in a Short Story

May 21, 2022by Chiziterem Chijioke0

Writing a short story seems like an easier form of prose than writing a full-length novel. Many writers who do not have the passion to write full-length novels may find ways to express their creativity through short stories. However, just as novels have its techniques, so do short stories. The misconception that short stories are...

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Do I Need An MFA In Creative Writing To Be A Writer? (Pros + Cons + Cost + Scholarships)

Jan 23, 2022by Chiziterem Chijioke1

The debate about whether you need an MFA in creative writing has raged on for many years. This has brought to the fore the many misconceptions about MFA programs. This article is an attempt to analyze what an MFA program can and cannot do for a writer. In recent years, MFA programs have become so...

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How To Overcome Writer’s block {10 Tips + Personal Examples}

Mar 29, 2021by Chiziterem Chijioke1

Dear Writer, are you wondering how to overcome a writer’s block? You’re in good company. Writer’s block is a common condition that affects almost every writer. This term is often used to describe a situation where a writer loses their creative drive or experiences a creative meltdown of sorts. Many creatives often struggle to overcome...

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The Alpine Fellowship Writing Prize 2021 / How To Apply (Prize: £15,000)

Jan 30, 2021by Chiziterem Chijioke0

The Alpine Fellowship Writing Prize has began accepting entries for its 2021 edition. The Alpine fellowship Writing Prize if often awarded for the best piece of writing on the theme of the Alpine Fellowship 2021 – Untamed: On Wilderness and Civilization. The winner receives a £10,000 cash prize and is presented with the award by...

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Puchi Award 2021/ How To Apply (£8000 + Publication)

Dec 29, 2020by Chiziterem Chijioke2

Puchi Award competition is open to books in any genre or form: fiction, non-fiction, poetry, novels, comics, picture books, essays, cookbooks, geography books, combinations of the above or any other type imaginable. We’re looking for one-of-a-kind book, or even a whole new kind of book. Submission Guidelinesy for Puchi Award 2021 Puchi Award will...

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Writing Workshop With Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: Learning To Write Like A Nobel Laureate At The Purple Hibiscus Creative Writing Workshop.

Nov 30, 2020by Back-Office Support2

A writing workshop is a great opportunity for budding writers to have their works subjected to peer review and critique. Readers and writers workshops come in various models, but the goals are to teach writers to be better writers Every year, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie organizes the Purple Hibiscus Creative writing workshop. Various writers are selected...

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How To Edit Poetry: A Guide On How To Become One Of The Best Poem Editors In The World.

Nov 28, 2020by Zainab Hassan1

Serious poets want to be better writers of poetry. Also, they want to learn how to edit poetry. Many poets understand that editing is as important as the actual writing. It’s your opportunity to examine and refine your work into a better and more developed piece worthy of awards. It makes sense to learn how...

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