1.
Write what you know
Readers have
a sixth sense to sniff out phonies who don’t really know what they’re talking
about. Whether you write fiction or nonfiction, the more you know about your
genre and topic, the better.
2.
Value your voice
When you
really think about writing…..it’s all been said before. The most successful
writers are ones who can say it again in a unique way. My husband watches The
Voice, and I’ve learned that it’s not the best singers who win but the most
original voices. The same is true for writing. Don’t be afraid to let your
voice shine through.
3.
Never stop learning
There are
endless online courses (many FREE) you can take to improve your writing. Let’s
face it, the competition is fierce….and editors, agents, etc. want skilled
writers who submit nearly flawless manuscripts.
4.
Get visual
Charts,
reference pages, calendars, bulletin boards, timelines, goal sheets,
spreadsheets, hanging files, and a good old-fashioned tickler file. These are a
handful of the many ways to make your thinking visible and keep yourself on
track and motivated.
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