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  • On Writing Politics: How to Make Politics Work in Fiction
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    On Writing Politics

    / 29 January 2026 / 5 Comments

    So, I’m working on multiple dystopian fiction pieces right now. And one of the things I struggle with is political worldbuilding. I’m not the only one. Looking around Reddit and the writing community online, I’ve found that a lot of writers are…

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    On Writing Dialogue: How to Write Better & Believable Lines

    On Writing Dialogue: How to Write Better & Believable Lines

    22 March 2025
    How to Develop a Magic System in Fiction

    How to Develop a Magic System in Fiction

    21 November 2025
    On Worldbuilding: A Comprehensive Guide

    On Worldbuilding: A Comprehensive Guide

    15 March 2025
  • How To Write an SEO Case Study (+Free Template to Get Started)
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    How To Write an SEO Case Study (+Free Template to Get Started)

    / 23 January 2026 / No Comments

    Let’s be honest: thanks to AI, we’ve been seeing a lot of people talk about how SEO is dead. I personally don’t believe it but it’s hard to get people to understand this. Especially if you’re a freelancer who’s been particularly hit…

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    SEO Courses and Resources for Writers and Marketers

    SEO Courses and Resources for Writers and Marketers

    20 August 2022
    What is Robots.txt and Why It's Probably the Reason You Don't Show Up on AI Search

    What is Robots.txt and Why It’s Probably the Reason You Don’t Show Up on AI Search

    7 February 2026
    How to Develop a Successful SEO Campaign

    How to Develop a Successful SEO Campaign

    1 January 2024
  • On Writing Found Family: A Step-by-Step Guide (+ Free Checklist)
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    On Writing Found Family: How to Build Chosen Family Dynamics That Feel Real

    / 18 January 2026 / No Comments

    As I wait for feedback on my manuscript, I’ve been writing short stories a lot lately, and a trope I keep coming back to a very specific trope: found families. I don’t know why. But I have to admit: there’s a unique…

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    How to Write Fantasy

    How to Write Fantasy

    6 December 2025
    On Writing Unforgettable First Impressions: Your Guide to Introducing Characters

    On Writing Unforgettable First Impressions: Your Guide to Introducing Characters

    8 June 2025
    How to Develop a Magic System in Fiction

    How to Develop a Magic System in Fiction

    21 November 2025
  • How to Write a Prologue That’s Actually Good (And When to Skip It Entirely)
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    How to Write a Prologue That’s Actually Good (And When to Skip It Entirely)

    / 13 January 2026 / No Comments

    As the first writing blog post of the year, I decided to start with a problem I’m facing with my own manuscript: writing a prologue. Prologues are one of the most divisive topics in fiction writing. Some readers skip them entirely. In…

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    How to Write a Short Story (+ Free Worksheet to Get Started!)

    How to Write a Short Story (+ Free Worksheet to Get Started!)

    26 July 2025
    On Writing Anti-Heroes Readers Love (and Hate)

    On Writing Anti-Heroes Readers Love (and Hate)

    22 June 2025
    How to Develop a Magic System in Fiction

    How to Develop a Magic System in Fiction

    21 November 2025
  • How to Write Your First Blog Post (+Free Checklist for You to Follow)
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    How to Write Your First Blog Post (+Free Checklist for You to Follow)

    / 7 January 2026 / 9 Comments

    Here’s the thing: writing your first blog post is harder than it should be. Especially if you’re just starting out.  You’ve got the ideas. You know what you want to say. But when you actually sit down to write? The cursor blinks…

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    How to Choose the Right Affiliates for Your Blog

    How I Choose Affiliate Programs for My Blog (Without Compromising My Morals)

    30 April 2026
    How to Fix the Theme Missing “style.css” Error

    How to Fix the Theme Missing “style.css” Error

    2 March 2025
    Why Your Blog Name Matters (And How to Pick the Perfect One)

    Why Your Blog Name Matters (And How to Pick the Perfect One)

    26 May 2022
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Hey there, I’m Sura! This blog’s where I talk about writing, storytelling, and the art of turning ideas into stories readers will love. Also expect blogging tips (this is a blog, after all), SEO rants, and the occasional AI grumble. Either way, I’m glad you’re here:)

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