Quick Tips to Improve Your Writing...

November 23, 2009 11:34 AM

Posted By Linda - Freelance Editor

The following excerpts are from the presentation I gave to one of my local networking groups. These are tidbits on how to “elevate your writing” from an editor’s point of view.

a) The worst thing you write is better than the best thing you didn’t write.” – Unknown. Meaning DON’T NOT write – two negatives = a positive. Therefore, write!

b) READ everything and anything…cereal boxes if nothing else. Reading improves your writing – especially if you choose the literary classics. You will discover the tools the authors use to entice you to continue reading.

c) ALWAYS…ALWAYS keep the “reading” audience in mind – even 3^rd party readers. You should focus your writing for their benefit (not yours). What do they need to get out of your written work?

d) The age at which you start a writing career does not matter. Whether 5 or 50 or 85 – of concern is your dedication to your craft. Don't wait for spring - do it now...and enjoy.

e) Know your audience. From a business owner's point of view clients differ from financiers, who differ from suppliers – each has diverse information needs. For students...professors differ from publishers in what they want in your manuscript. Write according to who your audience is and what they want.

Stay tuned – there are more mini writing lessons to come.

Linda Fletcher

Freelance Editor

LAFletcher@wingedhorseenterprises.com

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