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Originally Posted by Shaden  What tips do you have to become a better communicator and writer?
One of the tips I have to share with you is to practise, practise, practise. Writing is a skill that can be significantly improved simply by repeatedly attempting it and building up a natural flow over time. I think one of the reasons why I manage to write with the confidence that I do, is that I write for my hobby - I'm familiar with the basic elements of writing.
A lot of my friends ask me how I write so effectively for my age. How I manage to achieve such cohesion and composition. Usually I just give them a blank stare. I have no idea what they are talking about when they ask me these questions. For me writing is a natural process, there is no need to pin it down within any kind of literary paradigm. But five years ago I wasn't necessarily a good writer. Because I practised so much between then and now, I have significantly boosted my skill with writing - and there was no need to teach myself any particular style.
Reading is another excellent way to learn how to write properly. A lot of the techniques, styles and mannerisms of different authors are just absorbed into our heads. I remember when I first started to read a book a week - sentences would just seem to flow naturally. I was quite surprised at first, but I eventually became used to this flow. Quite often I'll write 50-100 words without stopping before going back over what I've written and smoothing the edges.
Do you have any advice for how to become a better writer? |
Well, spellcheck can certainly be your friend. I know that much.