Terrible Writing Advice: 20 Common Mistakes You Must Avoid

I've collected lots of terrible writing advice over the years from talks, seminars, courses, and books. It's easy to find good writing advice for self-publishing, writing a book or earning more money as a freelance or nonfiction writer. 

But what about terrible writing advice? What advice should you avoid if you want to become a successful author or profitable writer? 

This guide to terrible writing advice also includes some practical tips from one of my favourite writers: Ernest Hemingway.

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