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Goodreads asked J. Lawrence Matthews:

What’s your advice for aspiring writers?

J. Lawrence Matthews Start with Steven King's book "On Writing," even if you're not a fan of his novels. It's interesting, it's very helpful and yet it's also very encouraging. The tone is "I did this and so can you." I still re-read it every few years just for the confidence he gives. you.

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