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A Public Request for Triond to Raise Publishing Standards: Who’s with Me?

Posted on October 18th, 2009 in Online Writing by CaSundara

I don’t claim to be an expert in writing, or building successful websites, but it’s clear to me that Triond needs to raise publishing standards if they want their websites to be successful.

One of Many Writer Duties: Accepting Constructive Criticism

Posted on March 31st, 2009 in Writing Business by Stickinthemud

Is your writing close to perfect? Does it need next to no improvement? Are you of the frame of mind that there is nothing left that you need to learn about writing? Well then, pass on by. .. you clearly don’t need to read this article, because if your work can come out on its first draft as superb, then you don’t need to be here on Triond; you should be signing books at the local store and making a living from your writing.

The Spell Check and Some Potential Pitfalls

Posted on January 5th, 2009 in Grammar by Alistair Briggs

You all need to check your spelling for mistakes. Bet you are happy that you have a spell checker.

A Grammatical Refresher Course

Posted on January 4th, 2009 in Grammar by Eva Ohil

A quick reminder of correct grammar, focusing on the most common mistakes.

An Analysis of Coherent Typos

Posted on December 11th, 2008 in Grammar by A Wallbank

Have you ever received an email with a typo in it? Have you ever sent one? Well… find out here what such “errors” could really signify!

Common Mistakes Nearly Every Poet Makes

Posted on December 3rd, 2008 in Style by Melody C. Johnson M.C.

Five mistakes you can’t afford to make in your poems.

Poetry Pitfalls

Posted on November 23rd, 2008 in How To by clay hurtubise

OK, I know there are hundreds, no thousands, of books and suggestions about how to write poetry. Treat it like maple syrup: boil it down! Try these ten thoughts on writing and let me know what you think! Cheers.

How to Improve your Chances in Short Story Competitions

Posted on November 9th, 2008 in How To by jane grey

There are a number of simple things you can do to improve your chances in short story competitions. This article lists some of the most important ones.

How Not to Win Short Story Competitions

Posted on November 9th, 2008 in Opportunities by jane grey

Six easy to avoid mistakes that will decrease your chances of success in short story competitions.

Avoiding Pitfalls and Mistakes in Short Story Writing

Posted on May 21st, 2008 in How To by Christopher Unterkofler

You enjoy writing, I know, but the challenging confines of the ‘short story’ have given you the blues. “How can I truly develop plot and characters in twenty or thirty pages?” you’ve asked yourself over and over.

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