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Goodreads asked Michael Allen:

What’s your advice for aspiring writers?

Michael Allen It's a cliche, but "If I can do it, so can you." Write about what you know, or something you care about. Start by jotting down a few thoughts as an outline, like "car accident", in a note pad. Then go back and develop your thoughts and pretty soon you'll have a chapter. Good luck.

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