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By: Tram

Tram — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 23:37:21 +0000

Aah…
Precious advice indeed!

By: Tate Linden

Tate Linden — Sat, 19 Jan 2008 13:27:53 +0000

Great thoughts.

I note that many of them apply whether you’re writing a book, an article, a blog, or even marketing copy.

By: Christopher Scott

Christopher Scott — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 06:25:39 +0000

Hi,
I stubled upon your writing tips and found some great ideas.

Thanks for the tips and I look forward to “writing with dirt” as you say.

Christopher S.

By: Kerry

Kerry — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 09:35:54 +0000

Oh ..forgot to mention…I cut and paste it to my writers magazine. Was looking for a place to ask if it was okay (was going to regardless of your answer):) and found your permission….you must be really great writer! Thanks again.

By: Kerry

Kerry — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 09:31:06 +0000

Wonderful advice…and yes I am a writer too. I do tell everyone that I am! Great to have it confirmed. Love it!

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Writing Services — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 04:42:16 +0000

A writer writes. Period. No excuses.

By: Eric

Eric — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 02:46:15 +0000

Great advice.
Like Strunk said, “A sentence should contain no unnecessary words, a paragraph no unnecessary sentences, for the same reason that a drawing should have no unnecessary lines and a machine no unnecessary parts.”

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Wed, 24 Oct 2007 16:36:06 +0000

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By: J

Thu, 18 Oct 2007 01:07:54 +0000

It should be “write in different media” not mediums.

Good advice though.

By: A.M. Griffin

A.M. Griffin — Fri, 12 Oct 2007 17:07:01 +0000

Pauls, make a point here. It’s probably a good idea to steer clear of saying the same thing in different ways over and over. Though I do think repetition in writing has its place, especially in poetry. You can work the reader into a flow, almost manipulate a feeling, with the proper use of repetition. Appreciate the comment Sir.

By: pauls

pauls — Thu, 11 Oct 2007 21:57:40 +0000

Repetition is important for learning, maybe not so important in your actual writing.

By: A.M. Griffin

A.M. Griffin — Wed, 10 Oct 2007 13:35:26 +0000

Maree- Thanks for the comment. I’m glad you enjoyed it, and took the time to let me know. I appreciate it.

Alec – You are welcome Sir. And thank you for sharing. Keep up the writing. Hope to see you around these parts again.

By: Alec

Alec — Mon, 08 Oct 2007 21:14:14 +0000

I really feel that these rules (or guidelines) will really help improve my writing. I’d just like to thank you for putting these up.

~Alec

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Tue, 02 Oct 2007 23:47:13 +0000

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By: A.M. Griffin

A.M. Griffin — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 14:52:35 +0000

Bungirl – Much thanks for the nice words. Life happens to me a well. I’ve always admired the folks who remain totally dedicated to constant creation. Suppose balance is the key, but I can let things distract me from writing. Maintaining focus has never been my strength. Thanks again Bungirl. Look forward to hearing from you again.

By: Maree

Maree — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 10:48:42 +0000

Such simple yet very valueble advice – thanks!