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The best way to learn about writing is to: 1. Read a copy of On Writing by Stephen King 2. Write a lot 3. No, more than that And always get feedback from yo
by Swizec 5y ago
The best way to learn about writing is to:
1. Read a copy of On Writing by Stephen King
2. Write a lot
3. No, more than that
And always get feedback from your target audience. Publish, share, see what happens, adapt.
- sweuder 5y agoOn Writing I found to be very specialized for the fiction writer (not surprisingly given King's body of work). Not incredibly relevant to the non-fiction blogger IMO. Still a good book overall though, don't get my wrong.
- twobitshifter 5y agoI haven’t read the King book, but On Writing Well by Zinser is generally recommended for a non fiction audience, and I find it really helpful. It’s short enough that it can be reread and it puts me in the right headspace for technical writing.
- petecooper 5y agoFor anyone (like me) looking: On Writing Well by William Zinsser.
- jean_valje4n 5y ago4. Read a lot. I've found reading lots, especially from revered authors from all nationalities, Steinbeck and Doestovsky I hold in great esteem, has had a great impact on my writing style. I suppose we all try to emulate those we hold in esteem, and I think reading a lot from authors we like, can have a great influence in our ability to convey meaning through words.