Writing Corner

So, I figured that since on Friday I wrote a book review and on Monday I wrote a fandom-oriented DIY, then today (a Wednesday) I should write about, well, writing. And what's better in writing than good word usage, a massive vocabulary, descriptive sentences? Okay, okay, fully fleshed-out characters are more important than that. A strong plot might be as well. But, still, boring word usage can ruin it all. I mean, think, if an author only ever used the word "happy"--never "joyous", never…

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by Stephanie Morrill Stephanie writes young adult contemporary novels and is the creator of GoTeenWriters.com. Her novels include The Reinvention of Skylar Hoyt series (Revell) and the Ellie Sweet books (Playlist). You can connect with her on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and check out samples of her work on her author website including the free novella, Throwing Stones. And, we're back! Hope everyone had a great last two weeks. I know some of you got to meet Jill in Kansas City (so…

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