Goodreads asked Alexa Ryder:

What’s your advice for aspiring writers?

Alexa Ryder Write. Even if you think it sucks. Even if you're not sure how to write a scene. Write, write, write. Once you think you're done, find someone willing to do a critique swap. Do not reply immediately to said swap. Read it, let it sting and burn, go to bed. Wait until you have a clear head. Might be a day, might be a month. Re-read. See what has value, and what doesn't. Explore books on the craft of writing. See if any titles match up to weaknesses your critique partner pointed out. Read. Then go write some more.

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