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The Evolution of Knights and the Knightly Code of Chivalry
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This article gives a brief history of the European Knight as well as asking the question, "Was the code of chivalry all that it is romanticized to be?"

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Why Sidekicks Often Make Terrible Main Protagonists
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Changing a main character to build a new story is one of the worst things any writer can make. Want proof? Let's look at some examples.

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How Important are Accurate Clothing, Weapons, and Armor?
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Many films and books can be ruined by inaccuracies, but how close to the real thing should writers get?

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Strong Men in Fiction
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It seems like a no-brainer, but this might be one of the hardest characters to successfully write about. Find out what you can do to make the hero of your story truly heroic.

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Creating Great Female Characters
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Something that Hollywood has a tough time with, does not need to be complicated.

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The Decline of Reading Books Among Men
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Today in America, men, especially young men, do not read books nearly as much as women. There are a lot of theories, but what is the real reason?

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Signs You Are Too Emotionally Attached to a Story.
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Having an imagination is great, but sometimes writers can go a bit far when it comes to fiction.

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What Makes a Book a Classic?
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"That is a classic," I hear that phrase all the time. But what actually makes a story a classic?

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Why Content Matters
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How to make memorable characters without resorting to gimmicks.

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Creating Larger Than Life Villains
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Finding Inspiration
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Tips to make writing easier

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How to Write a Book
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In depth tips on how to write your own book.

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