Most writers know the value of an informative title, but many beginning web authors don't know that each web page needs two kinds of titles. The in-context (IC) title always sits at the top of a page, with the rest...
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Active verbs form more efficient and more powerful sentences than passive verbs. This document will teach you why and how to prefer active verbs.
* The subject of an active sentence performs the action of the verb: "I throw the ball."
* The subject of a passive sentence is still the main character of the sentence, but something else performs the action: "The ball is thrown by me."
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On the Web, blurbs are compressed summaries of what a reader will find on the other end of a hyperlink. Good blurbs don't harangue ("Click here!") or tease ("Learn ten great tips!"). You're reading a blurb now. If it helps you decide whether to click the link, it's done its job.
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Fiction is about conflict. Rather than clear-cut battles between good and evil, modern fiction presents flawed protagonists who must face the consequences of their moral choices.
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Short stories make every word count. They avoid unnecessary scenes, characters, and plot points. It usually focuses on a single problem and a short time period. This page offers tips on writing dialogue, building to a climax, and capturing the reader's interest.
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Need to write a paper in MLA format? This step-by-step includes images showing how to use MS-Word to create the title block, page layout, and works cited list.
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People decide to read or trash e-mails in seconds. From the subject line to the closing, offer a focused, scannable message that puts your reader's needs first.
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OOC blurb.
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