A Guide to an Amateur Writer

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1. Find Your Voice and PurposeWhy do you want to write?: Is it for self-expression, storytelling, journaling, or to inform and persuade?Experiment with styles: Try different genres (fiction, non-fiction, poetry, or blogs) until you discover your unique style.Develop a writing routine: Choose a time each day to write, even for 10-15 minutes. 2. Understand the Basics of StorytellingWhether writing a novel, short story, or article, stories tend to follow a structure. Here are essential components: Plot: A sequence of events (beginning, middle, and end). The most common structure is the three-act structure.Characters: Give your characters depth by creating backstories, flaws,