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10 Short Stories You Must Read for Halloween

Posted on October 24, 2023 by Richard

Vampires, werewolves, psychological thrills, or grotesque monsters, sink your teeth into these 10 Creepy Short Stories Every Writer Must Read for Halloween.

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Top 11 New Literary Magazines

Posted on October 23, 2023 by Richard

The world of literary journals is always expanding with exciting new publications launching frequently. As an avid reader and writer, it can be challenging

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20 Rejected Successful Books!

Posted on October 22, 2023 by Richard

Here is a list of 20 ridiculously famous and successful books that were rejected multiple times before being accepted and going on to great success.

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50 Common Simple Writing Mistakes to Avoid

Posted on October 21, 2023 by Richard

Here are 50 common simple writing mistakes to avoid. It helps a great deal if you just know these. Sure Grammarly and other grammar checkers will catch some of these mistakes, but more times than not you’ll find these very simple mistakes can throw off those checkers. It’s much easier to just memorize these and…

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Continue the Poem

Posted on October 20, 2023March 25, 2025 by Richard

This is our continue the poem page. Just like continue the story, we collectively write a poem together in the comments.

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31 day October Writing Game Challenge!

Posted on October 17, 2023May 15, 2024 by Richard

Here is the 31 day October writing game Challenge! This is one writing game per day for the Month of October. See if you can do all of them! I

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Haiku Duel

Posted on October 17, 2023May 15, 2024 by Richard

Each person takes turns writing a haiku that responds to the previous one. The goal is to create a themed chain of haikus.

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Word Association Game – A Word Journey with Example

Posted on October 17, 2023 by Richard

  Word Association Game – A Word Journey with Example Word Association is a word game where participants take turns sharing words or phrases that are related in some way to the word or phrase mentioned before them. These connections can be based on similarities in meaning, associations, or personal experiences. Let’s walk through an…

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31 Creepy Writing Prompts for Every Day of October

Posted on October 17, 2023April 18, 2025 by Richard

Here are 31 Creepy Writing Prompts for Every Day of October 2023. These prompts will keep you writing. They are all a little creepy, but not really horror prompts, that way they are for everyone. We will be doing a writing prompts list for every month, so keep an eye out.   October 1: In…

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Thank these Masters of the Macabre for the Rise of the Modern Short Story

Posted on October 17, 2023October 17, 2023 by Richard

The 19th century was a transformative era for literature, marked by the emergence of the modern short story as we know it today. During this period, writers brought new depth and complexity to the form, refining it into a compelling and concise medium for storytelling. Let’s journey back in time to explore the pivotal figures and literary milestones that shaped the rise of the modern short story.

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Promote your book!

Posted on October 13, 2023April 18, 2025 by Richard

Every Writer is currently in the process of developing a new publication, both in print and digital format, exclusively dedicated to independent authors. This upcoming publication, known as “Every Writer Book Promos,” will be sourced from our Book Promotions platform and author interviews. Our objective is to curate a comprehensive listing of indie books and…

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Call for Submissions: Every Writer’s End of the Year Issue

Posted on October 12, 2023May 15, 2024 by Richard

The end of the year is drawing near, and what better way to celebrate the creative spirit than by sharing your literary works with the world? Every Writer is excited to announce our call for submissions for our special End of the Year issue. We’re seeking poetry, short stories, artwork, and articles on writing from talented authors like you!

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Gobble Up Memories: The 6-Word Thanksgiving Memoir Contest Is Here!

Posted on October 8, 2023December 28, 2023 by Richard

Gobble Up Memories: The 6-Word Thanksgiving Memoir Contest Is Here! Hello, fellow wordsmiths and Thanksgiving enthusiasts! Are you ready to add a dash of excitement to your holiday season? Look no further because we have a thrilling contest lined up just for you: the 6-Word Thanksgiving Memoir Contest.  Thanksgiving is a time for family, feasts,…

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Download our Digital issue for Free!

Posted on October 8, 2023October 8, 2023 by Richard

Our new digital issue for free!

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2023 Souls of Darkness 50 Word Halloween Story Contest!

Posted on September 13, 2023December 28, 2023 by Richard

Get ready to unleash your inner horror maestro in the spine-tingling 2023 Eat Your Soul 50 Word Halloween Contest!  Share your most blood-curdling, hair-raising 50-word horror stories below, and brace yourself for the terror-fueled showdown of the year. 

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