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Goodreads asked E.L. Tenenbaum:

What’s your advice for aspiring writers?

E.L. Tenenbaum Read a lot. Every book has something to offer. Don't shrug off good writing, take what you can, even if you don't like the story.
Keep writing!
Getting all the words out is hardly the first step. Editing and more editing is what's going to make your story good. Let others read your story and listen to what they have to say. Even if not exactly on point, there will be something there will be something to make your writing even better.

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