Inspired Writing

Don’t write because you have to write something. Write because you have something to write. Write with inspiration; write on a topic or theme that you’re passionate about. Share This:

Write For Yourself

Why do you write? Whom do you write for? Cyril Connally said, “Better to write for yourself and have no public, than to write for the public and have no self”. Share This:

Reader-centricity

Centric means “pertaining to or situated at the center”. With that definition, reader-centricity implies making your reader central to your writing. Now, that raises an interesting question: Whom are your writing for? Are you writing a personal diary or journal that’s just for you? Are you writing to get something off your chest or on

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First Impression

Whatever you’re writing, your first paragraph acts as a ‘Welcome” and as a “hook”. You’re both inviting your readers to get into your work and trying to grab and hold their attention. Share This:

Writers Are Readers

If you’re planning to write a book, or if you’ve already started, read as many books as you can that are like yours. Do this whether you’re writing fiction or non-fiction. Get them from libraries, book stores, online, or borrow them from friends. Share This:

Your Writing Voice

.Along with technical skills (grammar, punctuation, etc.) writing authentically, using your voice, is another important writing skill. Share This:

To Quit or Not to Quit

Whether it’s writer’s block or boredom or fatigue, authors sometimes throw up their hands and want to quit writing. Does this make sense? Here are some thoughts. Share This: