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Just a little fun :)
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50 Free Writing Contests in March 2018 - No entry fees
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Strong language in competition entries.
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Multiple voices, one author?
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Roddy Doyle and EM Reapy
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Mental Conflict.
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When do you need a pseudonym?
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As advised, I introduce myself
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Text to Speech Software
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Becoming a Writer -- Lorrie Moore
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How to write and not die in the intent
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Deadly First Page Sins
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Difficult Reading
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Stop Moaning, Minnie
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Reading Tastes
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January writing goals.
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The Timing of Seminars, Events and Pop-Up Submissions
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I Want to Live in One of my Books
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54 Writing Contests in February 2018 - No entry fees
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As a writer, are you a sculptor or a painter?
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New Writing Groups are Open!
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Your Monster is the Wrong Colour!
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