What Not to Do: A trope checklist
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In this book, I call out some of the worst and most offensive tropes known to the world of writing. From the hated Mary-Sue to Deus ex Machina plot devices, if you find your book has any of these tropes, I can help. The first step is admitting you have a problem. Also, memes!
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