Eye strain caused by staring at a computer screen is a typical issue for many writers and people who spend a lot of time using their computers. Computer vision syndrome is an instance of digital eye strain that causes eye and vision difficulties, according to the American Optometric Association. We already talked about writers that …
Romantic fantasy is a subgenre of fantasy fiction that combines many of the features and conventions of the romance genre into its narrative. One of the main characteristics of romantic fantasy is the concentration on relationships, social, political, and romantic. Both fantasy divisions and romance lines have published works in this subgenre. A Heart of …
Nailing a book publishing deal is no easy feat, but for some first-time authors, it can seem like the only way to go. After all, who wouldn’t want their hard work and effort to be rewarded with a prestigious publishing contract? However, for many people, nailing that deal might not be the best thing for …
Are you a writer who spends hours hunched over your computer screen? If so, you may be at risk of developing lower back and other health problems. Fortunately, you can do things to help prevent these issues from occurring. In this post, we’ll discuss some of the best ways to take care of your back …
Freedom of the press is the idea that everyone has the right to opinion and expression without interference. Every person, industry, and country relies on accurate and fair journalism. That isn’t to say that every person, industry, or country has access to journalism that isn’t hampered or altered for someone else’s benefit, but we should …
We take for granted how much time it took to develop our writing abilities. You may not remember your first attempts at writing. Initially, you were very likely to be scribbling on paper because it was new and fun. Soon after, these markings began to take shape. With learning and experience, you reached a point …
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition that results from pressure on the median nerve as it passes from the forearm to the wrist. The first signs of carpal tunnel syndrome includes tingling, numbness, or weakness of the hands or fingers. Genetics, repetitive motions, workplace-related stresses, wrist fractures or dislocation, changes in hormones, and genetics are …
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If only you could write a thousand words a day! Assuming the average book is upwards words of 90,000 words, writing at this volume would mean completing a draft for a novel in only three months. Keep working at that pace, and you might be able to do at least two or three novels a …
Being able to freely slip into effortless writing is the dream of any writer. While there is no exact science to getting into the “writing zone,” there are some tips that can help get you closer. Good Habits Are Important Just like creating bedtime habits is a great way to fall asleep faster and wake …
People committed to notetaking understand the pain of having no way to easily sort or share what they have written. If only the notes were available in a digital format! You see where we are going with this. Here are options for a smartpen, an e-ink tablet, and smartphone apps that let you keep working …
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