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Be Productive
He says that a writer shouldn’t spend more than three months writing the first draft of a novel.
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How To Be A Writer
“On Writing” is not a typical writing guide. It’s the biography of a writer. Sure, he gives a lot of advice regarding the writing process, but the main connectors are his own life and experiences.
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Read And Write A Lot
The first lesson and the most obvious one is that you have to read and write a lot. He even says that if you don’t have time to read, you don’t have time (nor tools) to write. He adds that reading bad prose will make you a better writer and help will you learn what errors to avoid.
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Write A Story
Don’t write an essay (unless you really want it); the story should be the protagonist. This doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t ask a specialist if you will write about an airplane crash; it means that you shouldn’t fill your novel with facts.
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The Perfect Moment
Don’t wait for the perfect moment — perfect desk, perfect place, perfect silence. You don’t need this to write; you need your laptop (or paper), your will and some amount of imagination.
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Writing Is Just A Part Of Your Life
Take care of what you love in your life. Writing is fantastic, but is not everything.
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What you can learn from Stephen King. If you are a writer you need to know this.
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1. Write in one sitting
Write the first draft of your story in as short a time as possible. If you’re writing a short story, try to write it in one sitting. If you’re writing a novel, try to write it in one season (three months).
Don’t worry too much about plot...
7. Edit Like a Pro
Most professional writers write three drafts or more. The first draft is often called the “vomit draft” or the “shitty first draft.” Don’t share it with anyone! Your ...
How do I quit my job and be a freelancer?
First, ensure that your freelance writing business has the right systems and is producing enough revenue to support the lifestyle you desire.
Consider choosing a niche, building an impressive writing portfolio and securing client retainers for stable income. Also, be sure ...
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