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Becoming an Author: No, Nursing Wasn't for Me
I get asked a lot why I chose to write. Honestly? I really don't know what made me want to get back into writing in my twenties. A spark? Divine intervention? Mania? But it wasn't until after I got my phlebotomy certification and was planning on going into nursing that I realized I wanted to write again.
Allie Harper
Dec 11, 20255 min read
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The Crutch of Show, Don't Tell
Show, don't tell. It's drilled into us as writers, and we labor over finding the perfect balance.
Allie Harper
Dec 4, 20252 min read
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Researching Information for Your Novel: Fact vs. Fiction
If you're new to writing altogether or you're new to researching information for fiction, you may be wondering how to research information for a novel. Why is research important? If your novel is full of misinformation, readers won't make it halfway through the story. Here are my top resources for researching information for your novel.
Allie Harper
Nov 20, 20256 min read
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Having Thick Skin as an Author: A Few Thoughts
Some thoughts on reacting to reviews of your book, and how not to respond to a "critical" review of your work.
Allie Harper
Nov 13, 20254 min read
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The Hyphen, En Dash, and Em Dash: No, It's Not Just GenAI
Confused about the differences between hyphens, en dashes, and em dashes? Here's a brief explanation.
Allie Harper
Oct 30, 20253 min read
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