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2. Keep a commonplace book

Take the time to type out quotes and passages from great books to feel great writing come through you.

For example, craft a “commonplace book” — a collection of quotes, ideas, stories and facts that you want to keep for later.

It will make you a much better writer and a wiser person.

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