A few centuries ago, only the chosen one had the skill of writing. Today, every child learns this skill in school. However, just being able to write is sometimes not enough. This skill must be improved in such a way that reading the written text is exciting and useful. You don’t have to be Ernest Hemingway to create literary masterpieces. 

How to be an excellent writer?

• Ease of presentation 

A master of his craft can use the text to explain the principles of operation of the most complex mechanism so that even a child can understand it. Don’t use complicated phrases that will tire the reader. Simplicity is the key to professionalism. 

• Read a lot 

It doesn’t have to be limited to fiction. Popular science, philosophy, and other styles can also teach a lot. First, by reading, you replenish your vocabulary. Memorize new turns of speech, beautiful phrases, techniques for describing surrounding objects, etc. Secondly, using the examples of books or even ordinary articles on the Internet, you can learn how to properly structure and express your thoughts. After all, first of all, the reader must understand what the author wants to tell them.

• Keep a diary 

The diary is a very versatile tool. This is a great way to start practicing writing. In addition, it can be used as a draft for your ideas. Try to describe your day in different styles and use metaphors and other techniques. Experiment: which phrase or word would be more appropriate?

• Start a blog 

The idea is very similar to the previous one, but the blog is available for other people to read. Therefore, it is worth approaching writing a blog with more responsibility. Try to apply all the writing skills you have learned. And be prepared for criticism.

• Use out-of-the-box thinking 

For your work to be read to the end, your text should not be boilerplate. It should stand out from the mass of other texts on similar topics. Come up with your own twist. Perhaps, you should try to describe everything in a humorous style or use the simplest phrases to reduce the amount of text. It all depends on you and the topic you have chosen. 

• Practice

Write A LOT. One can read hundreds of books and learn all possible theoretical rules, but without practice, it is almost useless. Train yourself to write every day. Choose any topic, practice different styles, learn from your mistakes, and correct yourself. Ready-made texts can be given to read to your friends to hear their opinion and make changes to your style if they are required.

Get ready to put in hours of your time if you really want to be a great writer. This skill will help you throughout your life: in school, at work, and in simple life situations. Learning to write well is best from childhood, but even as an adult, there are plenty of opportunities to catch up. Be patient, pick up a pen, and write!