How many times have you rewritten a sentence just because it turned into a clause? Once, twice, or way too many times? A lot of writers cut them out because clauses feel risky. It can reduce clarity and introduce ambiguity—which, believe us, is a very valid concern. But did you know that, when used correctly, clauses can … Read more
Everyone has that one book where a character is so vividly described that you can easily recall every inch of their personality, physical attributes, and thought process. If you want your characters to stick like that, too, these five steps will help. Step 1. Establish the Character’s Role Before you begin describing what they look … Read more
Want to write poetry but don’t know where to start? The blank page can feel intimidating, but poetry doesn’t require special talent or years of study if you have a clear process to follow. These five straightforward steps will help you create poems that express what you want to say, from selecting your topic to your final draft. … Read more
Struggling to vary your sentence structures? Verbals are what you need because they can function as a noun, an adjective, and even an adverb —that’s a lot of uses! Here is a closer look at how you can integrate verbals in your next writing session. What Are Verbals Verbals are words that come from verbs, and … Read more
You already know what an essay introduction entails —your hook, some background information, and your thesis statement. But how do you actually string these pieces together without sounding like you’re trying too hard? All it takes is these three simple steps to a perfect introduction. 1. Start With the Hook A hook captures your target … Read more
Tired of writing that sounds choppy and repetitive? Or maybe your sentences drag on, and readers lose track of your point? You’re probably overusing one sentence type and ignoring the other. Don’t worry, though. Fixing it starts with understanding simple and compound sentences. What Is a Simple Sentence? A simple sentence features one independent clause. That clause includes a … Read more
Are you using the same sentence structure across your paragraphs? Well, it’s time to incorporate compound and complex sentences! But what are they, what makes them different, and are they really worth having in your essay or blog posts? Keep reading to find out. What Are Complex Sentences? If you have an independent clause with … Read more
Nobody likes reading paragraphs that jump from one idea to another. The good news? All you need are bridge sentences, and you can turn those problematic paragraphs into something with logic, continuity, and connection. And in this article, you’ll learn what they are, why they matter, and how to write one. What Are Bridge Sentences? … Read more
Stuck in that maddening loop where you know you want to write but every idea feels bland, boring, or just off? These brainstorming techniques can help you break free of the cycle and finally get words flowing again. We’ve also tossed in a couple of helpful tools to make the whole “figuring out what to write” part … Read more
Writing article summaries can be daunting. One moment you are feeling confident, and next you’re scrolling back up to reread the same paragraph not twice, but four consecutive times. So, if you are tired of that stop-and-start struggle and just want a way to get through summaries faster and with way less effort, you’ll want to stick … Read more
