INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Depending on what kind of nonfiction you have been writing, you may need to change your style a bit for fiction writing.  For instance, journalistic writing is very short and choppy. That style can work in fiction, but you might also try writing slightly more complex sentences. Don’t be afraid to try different ways of starting a sentence. Varying length and structure will keep your reader more interested in the writing. Diction refers to the words you choose to set a mood.  For instance, “protest” and “objection” are listed as synonyms. However, “protest” has political overtones, while “objection” is sometimes used in court. Therefore, their connotations, the meanings they have separate from their dictionary definitions, are quite different. Choose the word the best fits your story and the tone you are trying to set. Starting out with short fiction can be a good way to dip your toes into the world of fiction writing.  In fact, you can begin with flash fiction, which is generally under 1,000 words (depending on who you ask). Longer fiction takes more planning and development, so beginning with something shorter will help you learn the craft. Using writing prompts can be a good way to explore fiction writing, without the burden of long plot brainstorming sessions.  You can find writing prompts online, or you can use a special object or an old photograph. Use anything that will help get you started writing. Read all genres of fiction to get a broad understanding for what genres are included in fiction writing. This will help you become a better writer, because you will be exposed to different styles of writing and different ways of telling a story. Though they may not be the most entertaining, they will help you hone your craft. You can also find an ample amount of material on the internet to help you learn to write better. Workshop leaders will usually teach you about a particular style of writing.  You’ll also spend time writing in a workshop, in the style that they are teaching you. Classes will help you delve more thoroughly into writing. You’ll also find peers doing the same thing you are, which is invaluable; they’ll know what you are struggling with and can help you become a better writer. Workshopping is different from a workshop, as it is more focused on editing what you have already written.  In workshops, you may pass out your work beforehand or exchange it at the meeting. You can find people to workshop with at your local library, in writing classes, and even online.

SUMMARY: Look closely at your writing style to decide if it needs changing. Think about diction to create a specific mood in your work. Try writing short stories first. Use writing prompts to get yourself started. Read widely to get a feel for fiction. Read writing books to understand the technical aspects. Take a one-day workshop or a long-term writing class. Find people for editing and workshopping.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: It’s nearly impossible to open your heart when you are still nursing old wounds. Healing requires acknowledging what hurts. Simply speaking your hurts aloud can impact the way you view them. Often, when things hurt, you may try to ignore them. The only way to move on is by acknowledging what happened. It’s time to admit that you were hurt and truly feel these painful emotions you have been suppressing. If your ex broke your heart by cheating, admit to it. You might say, “I was heartbroken when Sasha cheated. It really made it hard for me to trust again.” Experiencing emotional pain can cause you to develop negative beliefs about all people. These beliefs become ingrained and, over time, close your heart to love. To heal, you must identify the thought patterns that cause you to shut others out.  For example, you think “Because my best friend neglected me when I most needed him, it’s best not to count on others.” As a result, you never let anyone in or ask for help when you need it. Challenge this belief by asking yourself some questions: What evidence is there that makes this true? Is this belief always true? Am I considering the full picture about what happened? Does this belief promote happiness and well-being? Use these questions to attack the negative beliefs or assumptions you have built about others. In order to open your heart, you must risk letting go of the past. Holding on to all that’s happened before only weighs you down, making it harder for you to embrace new relationships and opportunities. Perform a ritual to release old hurts and invite in a fresh perspective.  Write down in detail what happened to you and your reaction to the hurt. Then, write down the incident from the perspective of the other person who hurt you. Remember how they reacted and imagine how they must have felt. This helps you see the situation from a different perspective. Once you have fully released the event by writing it down on paper, destroy the paper. Toss it into a fire, tear it into tiny pieces, or bury it in the woods. This symbolizes an emotional release. What happened in the past no longer has a hold on you. Doing the work of healing past hurts is upsetting and draining. If you find yourself stuck and unable to move forward, it may help to see a mental health therapist. This person can help you identify the traumas that are closing your heart and offer effective strategies for truly letting go.
Summary: Acknowledge your open wounds. Challenge negative beliefs. Let go of the pain with a release ritual. Seek professional help.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: A statute mile is what Americans commonly use to measure long distances over land. A statute mile is equal to 5,280 feet. A nautical mile is usually used to measure distances that are across open water or space. A nautical mile is equal to 6,076 feet. Knots are determined by how many nautical miles are being travelled per hour. 1 knot = 1 nautical mile per hour. This converts the rate in knots to feet per hour, since there are 6,076 feet in a nautical mile. For example, if a boat is travelling at 17 knots, to find how many feet per hour, calculate 17×6,076=103,292{\displaystyle 17\times 6,076=103,292}. Since there are 5,280 feet in a statute mile, to know how many miles per hour something is traveling, divide the number of feet per hour by 5,280. For example, if a boat is travelling 103,292 feet per hour, to find out how many miles per hour it is travelling, you would calculate 103,2925,280=19.56{\displaystyle {\frac {103,292}{5,280}}=19.56}So, a boat travelling at 17 knots is travelling about 19.56 miles per hour.

SUMMARY:
Understand the relationship between a statute mile and a nautical mile. Multiply the knots by 6,076. Divide the feet per hour rate by 5,280.