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Why Tropes Are the Building Blocks of Great Stories

What is a trope? How do tropes make great stories? What’s the difference between tropes cliche? Find out how you can use tropes to improve your writing.

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  • Writing Beyond Fear
  • How To Write Your First Novel
  • How To Be A Better Writer

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