Crystal Collier
READ everything. All the time. Even stuff you don't like--then figure out why you don't like it and if there's anything you can learn from that.
Let yourself dream. Don't be afraid to pen out the most ludicrous yarn...at least on a first draft.
Study like a maniac. Learn everything you can about writing, publishing, the entire industry. (Including marketing.) Study publishers. Practice what you learn. Push yourself. Don't be offended by a helpful critique. See it as someone who is truly seeking to help improve your writing.
And if all else fails, eat cheese and be happy.
Let yourself dream. Don't be afraid to pen out the most ludicrous yarn...at least on a first draft.
Study like a maniac. Learn everything you can about writing, publishing, the entire industry. (Including marketing.) Study publishers. Practice what you learn. Push yourself. Don't be offended by a helpful critique. See it as someone who is truly seeking to help improve your writing.
And if all else fails, eat cheese and be happy.
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