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The Writing Skill No One Talks About (But Everyone Needs)

The root of what makes writing great

Anthony Robert
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What Makes Writing Great?

Sometimes, I like to think back to when I first began writing and imagine what I would tell myself.

What advice would I give my younger self, knowing everything I know now?

It’s kind of fun — like a mini Back to the Future moment.

When I started, I didn’t know I would become an Amazon Best-Selling Author. I didn’t know I would mentor with Hollywood writers, and Hell, I didn’t even know what I wanted to write about.

Yet, 10 years later, writing is my job.

If I could go back in time to give myself advice to accelerate my progress, I’d say this:

Good writing isn’t about rules.

It’s not about slashing adverbs or banishing words like “that” and “really.”

Good writing is about noticing the moments that make you feel.

What Makes Writing Good?

If there’s one thing I hate, it’s trying to define something subjective.

It’s like asking someone to describe what makes a great cup of coffee, and they say, “Well, it tastes good.” Thanks, Einstein.

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