Lynne Kelly
I am going to say what so many other authors will tell you - just write. The only way to gain the skills needed is to complete projects, no matter how small they are.
Write for your readers. I have a group of dolls who all sit staring at me in my garret (the studio where I write). Each has a specific role - they are my readers. Ramona insists I read things aloud - she hates poor rhythm or bad grammar. Tamika tells me to lighten up a bit (I tend to get very serious), while Tuppence is more interested in the accuracy of the information. Isaac has a little watch, telling me that all this editing is all very well, but at some stage I have to declare it finished. He keeps track of deadlines. There are about 50 dolls who share the workload with me, each with their own personality. I never feel lonely.
I feel the need to have my readers present and this is my way of doing that.
Write for your readers. I have a group of dolls who all sit staring at me in my garret (the studio where I write). Each has a specific role - they are my readers. Ramona insists I read things aloud - she hates poor rhythm or bad grammar. Tamika tells me to lighten up a bit (I tend to get very serious), while Tuppence is more interested in the accuracy of the information. Isaac has a little watch, telling me that all this editing is all very well, but at some stage I have to declare it finished. He keeps track of deadlines. There are about 50 dolls who share the workload with me, each with their own personality. I never feel lonely.
I feel the need to have my readers present and this is my way of doing that.
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