List: Words, Writing, and Expression Advice | Curated by Melissa Balick | Medium

Jan 15, 2022

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Words, Writing, and Expression Advice

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Do You Actually Understand the Most Common Joke in the English Language?

Why the chicken joke is the worst one to tell children.

Aug 18, 2021

Do You Actually Understand the Most Common Joke in the English Language?

Aug 18, 2021

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Despite Your Objections, It’s Literally Impossible to Both Have and Eat Your Cake

Why do so many people object to this common, often misunderstood expression?

Aug 29, 2021

Despite Your Objections, It’s Literally Impossible to Both Have and Eat Your Cake

Aug 29, 2021

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Artisanal Article Machine

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No, ‘The Other Side’ is Not a Metaphor for Death in the Chicken Joke

Folks have suggested this interpretation of the punchline, but I doubt they’re right.

Sep 8, 2021

No, ‘The Other Side’ is Not a Metaphor for Death in the Chicken Joke

Sep 8, 2021

Melissa Balick

Publishing Erotica on Amazon Was Easy, Fun, & It’s Still Making Money Years Later

Just a dozen short stories I wrote in 2018 made me $3300 as of December 2021 — and they’re still earning.

Dec 21, 2021

Publishing Erotica on Amazon Was Easy, Fun, & It’s Still Making Money Years Later

Dec 21, 2021

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Don’t Even Think About Querying Agents Until You’ve Done This

Practice getting rejected — the right way.

Nov 20, 2021

Don’t Even Think About Querying Agents Until You’ve Done This

Nov 20, 2021

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Writers’ Blokke

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Melissa Balick

Why Do So Many Amateur Writers Punctuate Quotes All Wrong?

Sorry, but readers won’t forgive your dialogue mistakes.

Nov 23, 2021

Why Do So Many Amateur Writers Punctuate Quotes All Wrong?

Nov 23, 2021

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Fascinating Fiction

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Melissa Balick

How to Submit to the Fascinating Fiction Publication

Writing tips and more for getting accepted into this unique publication.

Aug 8, 2021

How to Submit to the Fascinating Fiction Publication

Aug 8, 2021

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