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Yes, irregardless is a real word, but it’s the only real word that will make your spellchecker and your boss equally angry.
Most dictionaries list irregardless as a word, but almost all entries label it as a non-standard adverb.
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I’m really very sorry to tell you this, but some of the writing advice you may read about really and very is not always valid.
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Can you write a book with a word processor?
Definitely, and many authors use Word, Apple Pages, or Google Docs.
However, you should take a couple of quick precautions before you start writing your book. Doing two simple things will keep your manuscript safe and secure and make preparing your book for publishing easier.
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When is a writing draft finished? You might be writing an article, a blog post, a short story, or even a novel.
Your first draft was rough around the edges, but after revisions, rewrites, corrections, edits, and proofreading, it’s now in much better shape.
Is it finished now?
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Fourth person point of view is one of those writing terms that can leave you wondering if it even exists.
I remember the first time I came across it. I already knew first, second, and third person, so a fourth sounded more like a theory than something practical.
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If you need to recover a lost book manuscript, it’s easier than you think.
Perhaps you deleted your original manuscript by mistake or lost the file when you upgraded to a new computer.
Another possibility is that your original file is corrupted, and you can’t open it.
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Phrasal verb redundancy is a common issue in writing. It occurs when the prepositions after the main verb serve no actual use or purpose.
In most cases, it’s easy to fix by removing the extra words or replacing the phrasal verb with a single-word verb.
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How do pre-order customer reviews work for Kindle ebooks?
It might be a mystery if you are a self-publishing author because Amazon customers can’t add a customer review to a Kindle ebook on pre-order.
But when you look at the Coming Soon section of Amazon books, you can see many ebooks on pre-order with hundreds of customer reviews.
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Once you self-publish a new title, you can’t delete a print book in paperback or hardcover versions.
It applies to books published using Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) or any other publishing service.
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It’s very common to use sentences that begin with there is and there are. But using these two structures too often can weaken your writing.
Whenever you see one, it’s always a good idea to consider editing the sentence. Sometimes, it’s as simple as deleting the word there and moving the verb.
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It’s easy to ignore weak sentences because they’re usually grammatically correct.
They don’t get flagged by grammar checkers, and they’re easy to skim past while you’re writing.
But during editing, certain sentences start to stand out because something feels slightly off.
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Is it champing at the bit or chomping at the bit?
While chomping is widely used and accepted in casual speech today, the original and technically correct phrase is champing at the bit.
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Can you publish a paperback book for free?
Yes, you can, and it’s a great way to add credibility by offering a print version of your book in addition to an ebook.
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Is it damp squib or damp squid?
The correct phrase is damp squib.
A “squib” is a small firework or explosive. If it gets damp, it fails to ignite.
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If you use AI editing tools to correct your writing, does it mean it could be flagged as AI-generated?
That’s a question many writers are now asking as AI becomes part of everyday correcting, editing, and proofreading.
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Experience and expertise are two of the most essential factors in writing authoritative articles.
Readers are always searching for information from reliable and reputable sources, so how can you satisfy them?
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Once you’ve finished writing, the next step is deciding where to publish your work and which platform best matches your goals as a writer.
Today, there are many different ways to publish, whether you write articles and essays, short stories, poetry, or novels.
If you’re new to online publishing or exploring alternatives, you’ll quickly find a wide range of platforms available, each offering different ways to reach readers and share your work.
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Should you avoid using long sentences in your writing? No, not at all.
All forms of writing need variety, and sentence length is one key component. If you only use short sentences, your writing will lack depth and seem choppy.
But using too many complex, convoluted, and excessively long sentences can make it tough for readers.
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When you check your books on Amazon, hopefully, you will see new book reviews for your titles.
If you do, you may see a mix of verified purchase reviews and non-verified reviews.
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When you write fiction, articles, or blog posts, you usually use informal writing. It’s also the most common form of writing for messages, personal emails, and social media posts.
You know that it’s a conversational style with simpler structures than formal writing. But how do we define it, and how can you be sure you are not mixing different writing styles?
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