Nonfiction Writing Site
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Dialog in Nonfiction
Dialog is one of the best ways to move your story forward--even nonfiction stories. However, dialog can be tricky to write if you don't know a few simple techniques. Listen in on a dialog between a teacher and his student for some dialog writing pointers.

Using Semicolons With Independent Clauses
If used sparingly and well, semicolons can mark you as a skilled writer.

Why Grammar, Spelling, and Punctuation Matter
Is your manuscript free from errors? Find out why a misplaced comma can get you rejected before the editor has even read your manuscript.

Writer's Block
Effective Ways to Deal with Writer’s Block