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Writing in first person point of view is a popular technique used in fiction writing. Is it the right way to tell a story? The pros and cons of first person viewpoint.

Freeing Your Creativity is a classic book for beginning and experienced writers. It teaches how to banish fears, bad habits and excuses that keep creativity locked away.

Freelance writers can put their talents to use and make money in the field of public relations by writing press releases for companies or individuals who need publicity.

Writing in third person is the most common way of telling a story. A detailed analysis of the ways this technique is used and its pros and cons.

During an economic downturn, it can be difficult to have a positive attitude when faced with rejection. Here is how to preservere even when the chips are down.

Can an author afford to do without a literary agent, and if not, how can the writer find a good one?

In her guide to earning more money as a freelance writer, Enger discusses mind-set, efficiency, and connections

Kate Walker's book, 12-Point Guide to Writing Fiction has been re-released. Revised, with added extras, it is an aspiring romance writer's perfect guide.

Writing historical fiction suggestions in "A Writer's Guide to Everyday Life in the 1800's" can serve as a guide to the authentic and realistic portrayal of any era.

Fiction benefits not only from creative inspiration but careful proofreading. These ideas can help writers in revising and editing stories to make them great.

Each year a new edition of the Writer's Market is published. For decades, it has been used by many writers as an important resource. Does it still hold up?

Each year a new edition of the Writer's Market is published. For decades, it has been used by many writers as an important resource. Does it still hold up?

Malicious Intent shows the writer how to learn about the mind of criminals, exploring the psychological differences between killers, rapists, terrorists and others.

The First Five Pages: A Writer's Guide to Staying Out of the Rejection Pile, by Noah Lukeman

Review of Getting Published, Writer's Little Instruction Book, by Paul Raymond Martin

Forensic science is still hot these days, on television and in media reports.There are many nonfiction forensics books that would make great gifts for crime buffs.

A helpful acronym, SMART, is an excellent way to help develop goals.

In the early 19th century, an upper class young debutante's future prospects for a good marriage hinged upon her reception at Almack's Assembly Rooms.

What does a writer do when she has finally finished that short story or novel? The best thing a writer can do is revise her creative writing, polishing it to perfection.

During the 18th and the 19th centuries, Brooks's gentlemen's club was a place for gaming, male bonding and political intrigue.

Learning travel writing skills starts with reading examples of successful travel articles. Seasoned travel journalism experts offer advice on how to write about travel.

You have one chance to make a good first impression with an editor. Make it count! Learn to craft queries that rise above the competition and grab an editor's attention.

There are so many how-to books about writing one could easily fill a room. But which books are really needed to help improve writing skills?

Throughout history, the traditional British gentlemen's club has provided a place for London's leading men to form social alliances and plan political strategies.

Linda Formichelli writes for top national magazines and makes good money doing it! And, according to Linda, so can you -- if you're good and know which rules to break.

Childhood was very short in the 17th and 18th centuries, and the responsibilities of young adults in the American colonies were surprisingly heavy.

Any information that can help sell one's writing is good. The 2007 Christian Writers' Market Guide is great tool.

The medieval castle was essentially a communal environment and the Great Hall was the hub of its activity. Here the household ate, worked, socialized, and slept.

There are new opportunities for web writing on About.com. Earn money online writing as an About.com guide or write online as an About.com contributing writer.