It’s often said that there are a million ways to tell a story—and thus a million ways to start one. So how do you generate a good starting idea? (Note: When I say “starting,” I’m referring to not only
The faintest pen is better than the sharpest memory – Chinese Proverb Do you find that debatable? The import of the statement is that once you write something, it is cast and can be referred to, unlike what you
Always fill in the subject line with a topic that means something to your reader. Not "Decals" or "Important!" but "Deadline for New Parking Decals." Put your main point in the opening sentence. Most readers won't stick around for
Using the all time classic by Dickens, A Christmas Carol, below are eight very important tips every budding writer must employ to create a masterpiece; Write a story that resonates. Dickens hits on all of the factors that drive
Writing skills are an important part of communication. Being able to write can open lots of doors for you and make you communicate with people you can’t see. A good writing skill to some extent is tied to the level
Many know about the importance of reading but still find it difficult. Of course, the importance of reading cannot be overemphasized. Reading makes you vast; when you read wide you have deep knowledge on many topics. Reading makes you
After completing your article, draft, cover letter or resume should you send or post it immediately? People write with different goals in mind and hiring an editor could make the difference between success and failure. A poorly written document,
“To learn to read is to light a fire; every syllable that is spelled out is a spark.” - Victor Hugo There are two ways to become a better writer, in general: write a lot, and read a
In conversation, it’s easy in the midst of spontaneous speech to succumb to verbosity and duplication. In writing, redundancy is less forgivable but fortunately easy to rectify. Watch out for these usual suspects: Same identical: Same and identical
A pen and paper are one of the most vital tools for a writer but these days a writer needs more. Due to the evolution of technology, a writer needs other tools to be top-notch in his profession. Some
