Josh Fechter

With more and more non-profits popping up, each looking to promote their cause by acquiring sufficient funding, the demand for writers who can create the most compelling, detailed, and creative grant proposal is also on the rise. If you’re considering this path, investing in a grant writing certification is a good place to start. When it comes to becoming a writer, many think that they are mostly freelancers with an...

Writing a screenplay is an extremely creative undertaking, albeit a complex one. New screenwriters working on their first theater/stage play or film script will need all the help they can get through resources such as a screenplay format template. Good news though – budding screenwriters can find tons of helpful resources to streamline their workflow and help develop their scripts. Screenplay templates are a prime example of such a resource. In this article, I’ll list the 5 best screenplay format templates that...

Effective business writing helps businesses flourish and allows team members to communicate and collaborate more efficiently.  Every professional utilizes business letters, newsletters, memos, and progress reports. The main point is to ensure smooth company operations.  Employees follow standard and template formats for most forms of business writing. Keep in mind that each business writing example follows a certain type.  In this article, we’ll go over some business writing examples, along...

Ever found yourself glued to a book or unable to tear your eyes away from the screen during a movie? Chances are, you were caught up in the whirlwind of plot points. But what exactly are these mysterious elements that keep us hooked?  A plot point is one of the significant turning points in a story. You can think of it as the major obstacles or events that happen throughout...

Writing prompts are a tool that almost every writer will turn to at some point in their career. We all struggle with writer’s block and lack of inspiration at some point. There are many places you can go, but Tumblr writing prompts have a unique set of advantages. Tumblr writing prompts exist in many forms. This offers a writer variety and keeps things interesting. Tumblr is home to a lot of fanfiction,...

Dan Harmon is a writer, producer, and show-runner who have worked on some of the most popular television comedies in recent history. He was one of the creators and writers for NBC’s ‘Community,’ co-creator and executive producer to Adult Swim’s ‘Rick & Morty,’ and currently writes for CBS’ ‘Young Sheldon.’ Dan Harmon’s Story Circle is a narrative structure that has been used for centuries to create compelling stories. It was first introduced by the...

If you’ve ever seen a document or copy edited by a professional proofreader, then you might have observed the various symbols marked on it. These unfamiliar symbols are called proofreading marks. Proofreading marks are a vital part of copy editing. They can indicate anything from typos and spelling errors to changes in punctuation or grammar to the deletion of words. Even if you get intimidated by these markings, fixing these...

Since business writing is all about effective business communications, it’s essential for every employee to have good business writing skills.  Every employee needs to send emails, develop business proposals, and write business reports every once in a while. Therefore, good business writing skills are crucial along with good communication skills.  Written communication skills can also go a long way when you’re applying for jobs. For some, it may be the...

Writer’s block feels like an insurmountable barrier, a frustrating impasse where you feel stuck and words refuse to flow. It’s not just a dilemma for novelists or journalists; it plagues most writers, from students to professionals.  This common challenge, however, isn’t a dead end. Overcoming writer’s block is achievable through practical techniques and mental shifts. In this article, we’ll explore strategies that will teach you how to get rid of...

Nanowrimo sees budding writers all over the world set themselves the task of writing a novel of at least 50,000 words in a month – that of November. For writers, Nanowrimo is a great chance to try new things – the pace of the challenge forces you to take some risks. Nonetheless, it’s worth setting out with some idea of potential writing mistakes, especially if this is your first Nanowrimo...