Tips for Up and Coming Writers

Are you interested in becoming a writer? Are you unsure on how to go about it? Don’t worry, dip into this jar of tips and get your writing on track.

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- A writer reads and researches. You should read a lot especially on the area you are interested to write on.

-  When you decide to write, it’s better not to have money or fame as your reason to write. Have the right reasons and those will inspire you better.

- Live life and explore it. You can either be an outgoing, adventurous person or you can explore your imagination. Don’t limit it thinking it is ridiculous or impossible, that might actually be your best seller’s niche.

v  - You can have another author for a role model, just don’t be a copy cat. Be inspired then look beyond them and find your own writing. The best writers write as who they are.

v  - Start small. Don’t think of a novel as your first work. Short stories, articles, essays or poems will help you practice for the greater picture.

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 - If it’s a dialogue speak out loud and see if it sounds real. You are creating "real living" characters and they should sound like it. Well, they are real enough in your creative world, give them life.

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-  Once you start, finish. Don’t write two paragraphs and give up that it doesn’t make sense. Write it to the end and then re-read it. You can also ask someone you trust to read it for you.

  - Don’t be discouraged. Rome wasn’t built in a day, and you probably can’t be a writer overnight. You need to practise and practise some more.

 -  Most important, have fun creating a work of art. It will certainly reflect well on your audience.