I don't teach writing. I teach patience. Toughness. Stubbornness. The willingness to fail. I teach the life. The odd thing is most of the things that stop an inexperienced writer are so far from the truth as to be nearly beside the point. When you feel glosbal doubt about your talent, that is your talent. People who have no talent don't have any doubt.Richard Bausch
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Writing is a craft. It is a skill that can be learned and practiced regularly. There are many tools and techniques that can help you hone your skills. The best advice I can give you is to write every day.
If you haven't written in a few days, then write even if it's just for five minutes. Whatever you do, just write. The life that surrounds us is filled with writers who have written their stories and made their mark on the world through their words.
If you want to become a writer, then write every day and never stop learning about your craft.
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