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When to Use Present Tense vs Past Tense – On the RMFW Blog

September 11, 2026 by Kelley Lindberg Leave a Comment

If you’ve wondered whether the story you’re writing should be in present tense or past tense, you’re in good company. The short answer is: do whatever feels right for you and your story. Since that’s about as helpful as a crocheted bicycle, however, I decided to dive a little deeper into the debate. Read about […]

Filed Under: Writing Craft Tagged With: editing, past tense, present tense, revision

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