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Here’s what I’ve learned after a year of writing

Does anyone else have any writing advice to share? #writersoflemon #booktok #writertok #writingabook #fyp

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What are some things to consider while in the planning phase, I’m planning a story but so far I only have the plot, creatures, and two of my main characters in the story. Is there anything else I should add to the planning phase?

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