Port of Call

The Daily Port of Call: July 22, 2014

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Photo by Alexander Lvov/bigstockphoto.com

In today’s Daily Port of Call, you’ll find how to fix a plot hole, how to deal with prepositional problems, and what Kindle Unlimited means for authors.

Get to the bottom of a plot hole: Read one author’s approach to this challenge.

Use the unexpected to grab the reader’s attention, but don’t overdo the monkeys.

Identify problems with prepositional phrases in your writing and fix them.

CJ Lyons reveals how you can sell more books. Here's a hint: write your next book.

What does Kindle Unlimited mean for authors?

Close your tabs while you work: Even small interruptions hinder the creative process.  

The Daily Port of Call: July 21, 2014

Photo by Alexander Lvov/bigstockphoto.com

Photo by Alexander Lvov/bigstockphoto.com

In today’s Daily Port of Call, you’ll find how to get started, 350 character traits, and plenty of new material.

“Begin your story with the strongest words you have”: Check out the five ways every story should begin.

And here are four things to avoid on the first page of your manuscript.

Find your character’s traits in this list of 350.

Discover five horror and dark fiction publishers that accept unsolicited manuscripts.

Learn how to mine your dreams for story gold.

Amazon introduced Kindle Unlimited, an e-book and audiobook subscription service.

The New Yorker alters its online strategy: All online articles will be free for three months.