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Using the passive voice in fiction: when to avoid it and when to embrace it
You know the drill: avoid using the passive voice in fiction writing. Right? Well, yes – but also, sometimes, no. In this article, you will learn about why and when to avoid using the passive voice, and also examples of when you can embrace it.
Which editing service do I need? A guide to the editorial process
Developmental edit. Line-edit. Critique. Proofread. Copy-edit… When it comes to hiring an editor, it can be hard to know which service is right for your manuscript. Let’s get stuck right in with a breakdown of what all those editorial terms mean.
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Using the passive voice in fiction: when to avoid it and when to embrace it
You know the drill: avoid using the passive voice in fiction writing. Right? Well, yes – but also, sometimes, no. In this article, you will learn about why and when to avoid using the passive voice, and also examples of when you can embrace it.
Which editing service do I need? A guide to the editorial process
Developmental edit. Line-edit. Critique. Proofread. Copy-edit… When it comes to hiring an editor, it can be hard to know which service is right for your manuscript. Let’s get stuck right in with a breakdown of what all those editorial terms mean.
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