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The 33 Worst Mistakes Writers Make series is a handy set of e-books written by various experts in each topic. The e-books are to-the-point and packed with useful information specifically intended for use by writers. These are background details that can make your novel sing with authenticity.

Did you know that even established writers still make incorrect assumptions about certain topics (like Ian Fleming, who made several errors regarding the firearm used by James Bond), and that these misconceptions become perpetuated as other writers assume that successful authors surely "know their stuff"? Stand out from the crowd by getting it right.

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Horses

Horses are often featured in literature, yet did you know that certain myths have been perpetuated so long that they are accepted by non-horsemen as fact? The 33 Worst Mistakes Writers Make About Horses will help you to avoid embarrassing yourself and avoid the clichés when writing about horses.
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Firearms

Even established authors like Frederick Forsyth make silly errors about firearms that have the experts rolling their eyes. With The 33 Worst Mistakes Writers Make About Firearms you can have the advantage with your own firearm expert at a glance. You may even find inspiration for plot twists you normally wouldn't think of.
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Courtroom Law

Do you know enough about the legal system to include a courtroom scene in your crime novel? The chances are that even the lowliest law clerk will pick up errors in the small details easily overlooked. Surprise them by getting it right!
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Genealogy

Is your protagonist trying to trace her family history? So are more and more people in real life. You cannot afford to get the details wrong and hope that no one notices.
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Hunting

Does your novel include a convenient hunting accident? If you include details of hunters and their sport, you could potentially alienate 80 million gun owners if you get it wrong. Whether you hate the idea of hunting or love it, get the facts right.
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Ballet Dancers

Does your story include a dancer? Enrich your novel with insider knowledge of the ballet scene, including facts on your dancer's probable weight, eating habits, strength, and temperament. The 33 Worst Mistakes Writers Make About Ballet Dancers will help you figure out the details so you can 'write it right'.
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The Celts

Did you know that the ancient Celtic laws recognised nine different types of marriage? Did you know that the Celtic triple goddesses do NOT represent the popular Maiden, Mother, and Crone trilogy? Find out more about this fascinating culture...
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Disappearing

If your hero needs to disappear, or your investigator needs to find a missing person, you need to know details like how your character can work without revealing their social security number, when your character’s identification is likely to be public information, and where your character can live without licensing their car.
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Environment and Ecology

Create a world that's rich in detail with scientifically sound ecosystems and plan the impact of Nature on your character. Get the necessary basics of ecology in an easy to comprehend overview.
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San Francisco

San Francisco is a great location for a story. But if you get your San Francisco details wrong with things that could never happen in San Francisco or even streets that could never intersect, you could have your savvy readers throwing your book across the room and vowing never to read your books again.
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Construction

If your plot calls for some time spent around a construction site, but you don't know where to place your foreman or superintendent or which tool belongs where, The 33 Worst Mistakes a Writer Makes About Construction can help you write it convincingly.
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