Writing Tip–Research Your Time

August 3, 2009 by Chris
Filed under: Research, Writing Tip

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Today’s writing tip is about time. As a writer, you’re probably well aware of the importance of being accurate with your facts. Start talking about a magazine for your revolver, and you’ve lost them. Research is also important in terms of time, especially when referring to the Internet.

Today, the Internet is everywhere we want it to be in our lives from tweets to movies and music. Of course, it wasn’t always that way. If you’re going to date your work, it behooves you then to study the time period and know what was and wasn’t available. Study the fashions. Check out the slang for an era, a profession. In this sense, the Internet is your friend, but be aware that just because you found it online doesn’t guarantee its truth. Follow up.

Fact checking is an important part of the writing process. Immerse yourself in your time period, and you’re likely to find more inspiration.

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Sara on Wed, 5th Aug 2009 11:51 am

Does this mean I get to dress up in “Old West” clothing and clang the bell for dinner? This sounds like a lot of fun!
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