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Write Now With Scrivener, Episode No. 46: David Goodman, Spy Fiction Author

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David Goodman’s debut novel, A Reluctant Spy, follows a man recruited by MI6 for a risky undercover identity scheme. Initially uncertain about life, he accepts a deal to have his loans paid off and job security in exchange for his identity. When the time comes to fulfill the deal during what he expects to be a vacation, he faces unforeseen dangers. Goodman, a software designer, emphasizes writing quickly without devaluing the process and utilizes Scrivener's features for efficient writing and organization. He suggests balancing outlines with flexibility for creativity.

https://www.literatureandlatte.com/blog/write-now-with-scrivener-episode-no-46-david-goodman-spy-fiction-author

New Year’s Writing Resolutions

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New year is ideal for writing resolutions. Reflect on past work, set achievable goals, focus on editing drafts, enhance skills through reading or classes, engage with the writing community, and optimize your writing environment. Consider where you want to be in a year and create a roadmap to reach your goals. Writing is incremental; keep your long-term vision in mind to stay motivated.

https://www.literatureandlatte.com/blog/new-years-writing-resolutions

What Is an Anachronism? Definition and Examples

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Anachronisms are elements out of place in time, like modern things in historical settings. This article explores their definition, types (parachronism, prochronism, behavioral, false anachronisms), significance in storytelling and education, and examples in literature, film, and art. Understanding and avoiding them enhances critical analysis skills. Anachronisms can be intentional for humor or commentary, or accidental due to research oversights. Recognizing them improves engagement with content and aids in historical accuracy.

https://www.grammarly.com/blog/academic-writing/anachronism/

What Is an Anachronism? Definition and Examples

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TLDR: Anachronism refers to elements that are out of place in time, like modern items in historical settings. It serves various functions in writing, art, and education, and can be intentional (for humor or commentary) or accidental (due to oversight). The four types are parachronisms (past in present), prochronisms (future in past), behavioral (actions inconsistent with time), and false anachronisms (seemingly out-of-place but accurate). Understanding and identifying anachronisms enhance critical thinking and creativity in storytelling, while avoiding them requires thorough research.

https://www.grammarly.com/blog/academic-writing/anachronism/

New Year Recap 2024

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2024 marked dualities: analog vs. digital, real vs. fake. The iA Notebook launched after ten years, selling out quickly, while iA Writer and Presenter received feature updates. Key highlights included iA Presenter’s new Unsplash image integration and web sharing capabilities, plus iA Writer’s redesign for Windows 11 and faster performance. AI tools proliferated, raising concerns over ownership and quality. iA focused on human creativity, providing resources for writing and presentations. The team took a break over the holidays, with plans to continue supporting creativity in 2025.

https://ia.net/topics/new-year-recap-2024

Silent Letters in English: a Guide With Examples

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Silent letters in English complicate fluency. They are letters that are part of a word's spelling but not pronounced, differing from other Latin languages. The article discusses their patterns, origins, purposes, and learning tips, noting that they can vary by dialect and contain exceptions. Key patterns include silent ‘k’ before ‘n,’ silent ‘g’ before ‘n,’ silent ‘b’ after ‘m,’ silent ‘p’ in Greek words, and silent ‘h’ in certain Latin-origin words. While 40% of silent letters follow recognizable patterns, many words do not, posing challenges for learners.

https://www.grammarly.com/blog/writing-tips/silent-letters/

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