Yet Another Argument in Favor of Writers Blogging
By Tom Chandler on Jul 9, 2008 in Copywriting, Writing
Courtesy the inspiring Writer’s Almanac, served daily by Garrison Keillor and American Public Media:
Larry Brown said, “There’s no such thing as a born writer. It’s a skill you’ve got to learn, just like learning how to be a bricklayer or a carpenter.”
You become a better writer by reading great writers, and putting a lot of (carefully considered) words on paper. Blogging satisfies both.
Musicians practice. Artists practice. Athletes train.
Writers should write.
Keep writing, Tom Chandler.
Great comment on practicing to become a better writer. At work I write strickly technical bulletins. And I never read fiction. So its difficult for me to “feel” creative when I write articles for my web site. But I am getting there. I just purchased the book “Elements of Style” mentioned in another of your posts. Thanks.
Peter Spirito | Jul 17, 2008 | Reply
It’s a great book. While all the copywriting-specific books remain useful, it’s clear that most of us could stand to improve our prose style a teensy bit.
Thanks for commenting.
Tom Chandler | Jul 18, 2008 | Reply