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Goodreads asked Nicholas M. Scholl:

What’s your advice for aspiring writers?

Nicholas M. Scholl Don't be afraid to let people read your work! I know when I first started I was terrified of anyone reading my writing. It's your baby, and you've worked SO hard on it, and you don't want anyone to critique it or bash it like you know they would!

THIS IS A LIE!

Most people who ask want to read it, and they will likely give constructive criticism that you can use to make it better. Some people might not say those things in the nicest way, but the only way you get better is by putting yourself out there and letting someone who isn't biased wrap their minds around your writing.

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