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Mhiz Benny
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Port Harcourt, Rivers, Nigeria
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I love writing and I really want to explore writing,how do I start ?
I love writing and I really want to explore writing,how do I start ?
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Kim Arskii
Social Media Analyst
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St. Augustine, Florida
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Kim’s Answer
Here are some more detailed strategies and techniques to help you start exploring writing:
1. Find your inspiration: Look for things that inspire you, such as books, movies, or personal experiences. They can spark ideas for your own writing.
2. Set goals: Decide what you want to achieve with your writing. It could be completing a short story, starting a blog, or even writing a novel. Setting goals will give you direction and motivation.
3. Create a writing routine: Set aside dedicated time each day or week to write. Consistency is key to building your writing skills and making progress.
4. Experiment with different genres: Try your hand at various genres like fiction, poetry, song writer or non-fiction. This will help you discover your writing style and what you enjoy the most.
5. Read, read, read: Reading is a fantastic way to improve your writing. It exposes you to different writing styles, expands your vocabulary, and helps you understand storytelling techniques.
6. Join writing communities: Connect with fellow writers through workshops, writing groups, or online forums. Sharing your work and receiving feedback can be incredibly valuable for growth.
7. Edit and revise: Don't be afraid to revise your work. Editing is an essential part of the writing process, so be open to making changes and refining your ideas.
Remember, the most important thing is to enjoy the journey and have fun with your writing.
1. Find your inspiration: Look for things that inspire you, such as books, movies, or personal experiences. They can spark ideas for your own writing.
2. Set goals: Decide what you want to achieve with your writing. It could be completing a short story, starting a blog, or even writing a novel. Setting goals will give you direction and motivation.
3. Create a writing routine: Set aside dedicated time each day or week to write. Consistency is key to building your writing skills and making progress.
4. Experiment with different genres: Try your hand at various genres like fiction, poetry, song writer or non-fiction. This will help you discover your writing style and what you enjoy the most.
5. Read, read, read: Reading is a fantastic way to improve your writing. It exposes you to different writing styles, expands your vocabulary, and helps you understand storytelling techniques.
6. Join writing communities: Connect with fellow writers through workshops, writing groups, or online forums. Sharing your work and receiving feedback can be incredibly valuable for growth.
7. Edit and revise: Don't be afraid to revise your work. Editing is an essential part of the writing process, so be open to making changes and refining your ideas.
Remember, the most important thing is to enjoy the journey and have fun with your writing.
Thank you for the advice.
Mhiz Benny
Thank you for the advice.
Mhiz Benny
Thank you for the advice.
Mhiz Benny
Tom Foster
Freelance Writer with a lot of life experience
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Forest Grove, Oregon
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Tom’s Answer
Read books, watch movies/TV, take a walk in the woods, the city, wherever. Jot down everything that strikes you as funny, sad, tragic, inspirational, amazing, awe-inspiring, whatever it takes to get those creative juices flowing. Then, it all comes down to two words that I tell everyone who wants to write.....
Just write.
Just write.
Thanks, can't wait to put this advice into action!
Mhiz Benny
Emonnie Jones
Full Time Student (Writing for Film & Television)
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Riverside, California
Updated
Emonnie’s Answer
What type of writing sparks your interest? How about kick-starting your journey with bite-sized poetry before stepping up the game? Trust me, writing can be a thrilling adventure when you dip your toes in various styles. You might find joy in crafting short stories, or weaving novellas, or even in creating scripts that come alive on stage. Why not experiment with a few styles that catch your fancy and see where your creativity leads you?
Alejandra Lopez
Journalist/teacher
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Guadalajara
Updated
Alejandra’s Answer
The advice would be, start writing about something you love like running and all the improvement it brings to your life. Another way is to write about a specific moment of the day, for example from the moment you get up from bed until you get in school. Change the person, instead of using I, switch to you and so on to see of you can create diferent caracters.
I appreciate this, thank you for the advice.
Mhiz Benny
Ugochukwu Nwaghanata
Offer specialist & copywriting
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Abuja (F.c.t.), FCT
Updated
Ugochukwu’s Answer
Here's what I have for you, pal, "write every day;"
It's as simple as that....
The path to self-discovery is narrow and endless at the same time. I never knew how great I am at writing until I started doing it every day.
Just imagine yourself waking up with a fresh thought and a unique idea every morning! It's possible when you start practising the same thing (but with a distinct style) every day.
When starting out,
〰️ Explore nature.
〰️ Write about the moment
〰️ Things that matters to you
〰️ Write about your passion.
Just anything that will hold and maintain you in that writing flow.
Do not try to be perfect, instead allow the flow. Because when next you come back to that same piece (few hours or a day), I promise you that you won't leave it the same way.
You'll refine it, and you'll make gold out of it.
Yes, you can start this way.
For me, it's more easier going through this route.
And the best part is that, the more you write, the more you get better at writing to "solve a need."
I hope this can help, and I wish you all the best.
It's as simple as that....
The path to self-discovery is narrow and endless at the same time. I never knew how great I am at writing until I started doing it every day.
Just imagine yourself waking up with a fresh thought and a unique idea every morning! It's possible when you start practising the same thing (but with a distinct style) every day.
When starting out,
〰️ Explore nature.
〰️ Write about the moment
〰️ Things that matters to you
〰️ Write about your passion.
Just anything that will hold and maintain you in that writing flow.
Do not try to be perfect, instead allow the flow. Because when next you come back to that same piece (few hours or a day), I promise you that you won't leave it the same way.
You'll refine it, and you'll make gold out of it.
Yes, you can start this way.
For me, it's more easier going through this route.
And the best part is that, the more you write, the more you get better at writing to "solve a need."
I hope this can help, and I wish you all the best.
Thank you, Ugochukwu!
Mhiz Benny
Abraham Loorig
Academic Coaching/ Counseling
7
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Athens, Ohio
Updated
Abraham’s Answer
Hey Mhiz,
I've got 3 words for you; "JUST GET STARTED!"
As simple as those words may sound, that's the key to doing anything. You'll never write if you never get started. The most tricky part of excelling in any venture is your passion, which you already show you've got. That said, passion alone isn't enough to become a writer. You need the courage to put your pen to paper, and the courage to keep writing even if you don't seem to be making progress. The Law of Accumulation becomes very vital here; if you do something often enough, you get better at it. You get a ratio of results which tend to increase with time. Just keep writing regardless of the quality, and your writing will continue to improve.
The biggest question for young writers is always, what to write about. To that, I say, write about things you love. It could be about food, fashion, study skills, financial intelligence, your favorite books and why, sports, how you built good habits, you name it. The good news is, you don't need a college degree or be a top professional in a field to write about it. What you do need is the willingness to read more in your chosen writing field and the desire to improve a little bit every single day.
Finally, as you keep growing in your writing, you may need to seek out a mentor; someone who has succeeded in your field and is willing to help bring out your potential. I hope this helps not only Mhiz, but anyone else who might find my answer useful.
1. Get started even if you don't feel ready
2. Write every single day, at least 30 minutes
3. Read something everyday about the things you want to be writing about
4. Be prepared to work your way through the early "failures"
5. Find someone who can help refine your skills.
I've got 3 words for you; "JUST GET STARTED!"
As simple as those words may sound, that's the key to doing anything. You'll never write if you never get started. The most tricky part of excelling in any venture is your passion, which you already show you've got. That said, passion alone isn't enough to become a writer. You need the courage to put your pen to paper, and the courage to keep writing even if you don't seem to be making progress. The Law of Accumulation becomes very vital here; if you do something often enough, you get better at it. You get a ratio of results which tend to increase with time. Just keep writing regardless of the quality, and your writing will continue to improve.
The biggest question for young writers is always, what to write about. To that, I say, write about things you love. It could be about food, fashion, study skills, financial intelligence, your favorite books and why, sports, how you built good habits, you name it. The good news is, you don't need a college degree or be a top professional in a field to write about it. What you do need is the willingness to read more in your chosen writing field and the desire to improve a little bit every single day.
Finally, as you keep growing in your writing, you may need to seek out a mentor; someone who has succeeded in your field and is willing to help bring out your potential. I hope this helps not only Mhiz, but anyone else who might find my answer useful.
Abraham recommends the following next steps:
Thanks, can't wait to put this advice into action!
Mhiz Benny
Grace Matson
Freelance writer and pet sitter
4
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Hartland, Wisconsin
Updated
Grace’s Answer
I've been writing for newspapers for over five years. At first, It was people and their businesses, covering their shops, what they sold, history of the business, who their customers were, etc.
For four years now, I write arts and entertainment articles, covering the stories of various artists, writing play or musical reviews, etc.
I come up with interview questions about their craft, what inspired them, advice they have for aspiring artists, their business success, etc.
Find subjects you are passionate about and narrow down to one or two.
Make an outline of these topics
Choose one that you know the most about.
Write another outline or use bullet points
Write questions you want them to answer
For four years now, I write arts and entertainment articles, covering the stories of various artists, writing play or musical reviews, etc.
I come up with interview questions about their craft, what inspired them, advice they have for aspiring artists, their business success, etc.
Grace recommends the following next steps:
Thank you for taking the time to help.
Mhiz Benny
Jimena Lopez
N/A
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Temecula, California
Updated
Jimena’s Answer
Hey Mhiz,
You can get started with writing by... well, writing.
Write about anything. Your day, a memory, what you saw that day, a story you've been wanting to see... etc.
You can also read books, watch movies, and examine the surroundings around you to get ideas. You could even people-watch!
I hope this advice is of some help to you.
You can get started with writing by... well, writing.
Write about anything. Your day, a memory, what you saw that day, a story you've been wanting to see... etc.
You can also read books, watch movies, and examine the surroundings around you to get ideas. You could even people-watch!
I hope this advice is of some help to you.
I appreciate your support, Jimena
Mhiz Benny
Simeon Davis
student
1
Answer
Knightdale, North Carolina
Updated
Simeon’s Answer
Hi Mhiz, I am a fellow writer and love it with all my heart. However, I did ask myself the same question once. I would suggest building your writing around your dreams. Your dreams give you an endless amount of ammunition to write about. It also fuels your writing so you don't get fatigued in the long run.
Glory JyteDavis
Creative Writer
2
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Abia, AB
Updated
Glory’s Answer
First find your niche. Where do you think you're good in and can make valuable impact in.
Once you find that, you register for a course relating to your niche towards writing. This is to build your skill because you can't teach what don't have.
After start creating writing content in any of your desirable socail media platforms and stay consistent.
Read books and articles too
Once you find that, you register for a course relating to your niche towards writing. This is to build your skill because you can't teach what don't have.
After start creating writing content in any of your desirable socail media platforms and stay consistent.
Read books and articles too
maya mir
4
Answers
Updated
maya’s Answer
Here's a positive boost for you: practice makes perfect! Make it a habit to write something every day; it's a surefire way to enhance your writing skills. Dive into the world of great books, they're treasure troves of knowledge waiting to be discovered. Have you considered freelancing? Platforms like Fiverr and Upwork are fantastic stages to display your talents and earn from them. Keep going, you're on the right track!
I appreciate your support, maya
Mhiz Benny
Nanyanga John Were
7
Answers
Updated
Nanyanga’s Answer
Start writing
Thank you for the advice.
Mhiz Benny
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