What writing rule do you wish you’d never heard? Insecure Writer's Support group post for January 2017 #IWSG

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Insecure Writer's Support Group created by Alex J. Cavanaugh
Purpose: To share and encourage. Writers can express doubts and concerns without fear of appearing foolish or weak. Those who have been through the fire can offer assistance and guidance. It’s a safe haven for insecure writers of all kinds!

Posting: The first Wednesday of every month is officially Insecure Writer's Support Group day. We share our thoughts - talk about our doubts and fears. Or we can offer a word of encouragement to others. 
Co-hosts for this month are:
Eva @ Lillicasplace
Crystal Collier
Sheena-kay Graham
Chemist Ken
LG Keltner
Heather Gardner




I was going to post an insecurity, but then I went a bit long on the question of the month – so instead I'll wish everyone a Happy New Year and great success with your writing.


Question for this month - 


What writing rule do you wish you’d never heard?
Where do I begin to answer this one? So many of the rules of writing just piss me off. They aren't rules. They are grammar tips – or someone's opinion that everyone accepted as law. I only know of one true rule of writing and I'll state it at the end of this – rant.  I'd say the stupidity of never use the word "as". Which is just asinine in itself. One blog post I read suggested that after you use the word you should then poke out your eyes. Come on its 2 little letters - an insignificant word.
Another suggested that using the word is not possible as a person cannot do 2 things at once. Obviously he wasn't a mother or a teacher – multitasking is how we survive.Writing example – As Bill walked to his car, he clicked the button to unlock the door.(yes – it can be rewritten – but it still proves my point.)
I teach a beginner writers course in my little town in the middle of nowhere. And I try not to get too carried away on this topic and temper it with – look at the rule – try and figure out whether it is just someone spouting false truths or is it a legitimate idea. AND – does it work for them.
And what writing rule do I insist they bow down to – NEVER BORE THE READER.
Now I'm off to read what rules drives you off the deep end.




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