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How structure will make you a more effective writer.
The reporter sits there wringing her hands, then sighs as she throws her printout on the desk. “It’s just a mess,” she says, “I just don’t know where I’m going with this.” This not-so-imaginary scene in a Craft classroom, the … Continue reading
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How to write better leads
What makes a good lead? Hint: It’s usually not a question. But it’s an answer we think a lot about here, particularly with a fresh cast of students. There’s no one right answer. Jack Hart talks about as many … Continue reading