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Knowing and Developing a Writing Voice

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Every writer wants what they've written to captivate and resonate with their readers. However, words on the page can't show emotion, so it's up to your word choice to evoke the correct feelings. Voice is one of the most critical yet difficult things for writers to develop. You could follow every grammar rule perfectly and yet the way you approach writing is completely different than someone else. That's because we all have our own thought processes and styles when it comes to presenting written information. Your voice marks who you are as a writer, which is why it's important to think about the way you structure sentences. Here's a guide for finding a writing voice.

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Five Ways to Learn Writing Skills (Without Needing Much Money)

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If you enjoy writing more than a hobby, you're most likely looking to improve your writing skills. While you could take a class, the prices of the best online courses are rising, and you might need a more flexible way to learn. Luckily, there's other options to continue learning writing without taking these financial risks. Here's five ways to learn writing skills without needing to invest too much money.

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Unreliable Narrators: The liars, criminals, and sociopaths of fiction

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A narrator tells the story of a book, but an unreliable narrator is a character who tells a story that lacks credibility. The unreliable narrator adds the concept of questioning the credibility of a main character, whether it's through what they say or how they react when new information gets presented. Writers most commonly use unreliable narrators in genres like mystery and supernatural fiction because they create suspense that keeps readers guessing until the last page.

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Why Writing is a Great Skill to Have

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When you’re looking to build a skill set, you want to make sure you’re studying topics that look desirable to employers. Writing is one of the most important skills you can have in your skill set. With more and more people using the internet to communicate, you'll want to be equipped with the ability to effectively respond through words.