Write What You Like to Read
Emulate the writing you enjoy reading. There are two reasons for this:
- First, it’s next-to-impossible to write well in a style you don’t enjoy. A good piece to write is something you would choose to read.
- Second, imitation can be a starting point for creative success.
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