how to improve writing skills?

@maurya83 (923)
India
June 1, 2012 8:01am CST
Hi, I am quite good in writing, i have written some articles and poems so far.. i want to improve my writing skills to a professional level. I request to expert writers on mylot to suggest me some ideas so that i can improve my writing skills..:) Thankyou
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@celticeagle (168126)
• Boise, Idaho
1 Jun 12
I would advise you to continue writing. Discipline yourself to writing a certain amount of time every day. Journaling is a good idea. Also think about taking Literature, Creative Writing and Journalism classes. The more professional help you get the better. It is very importance to discipline yourself now so that later on it won't be so difficult for you. Write a certain amount of words every day or spend a certain amount of hours daily.
@maurya83 (923)
• India
1 Jun 12
Hello ceticeagle, I will try to maintain a routine for writing. To find classes about it is a tough task here..i will try though to find one..I have some friends who relate to this area, i used to take some tips from them also..
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@maurya83 (923)
• India
2 Jun 12
yes celticeagle, i was thinking for the same. :)
@celticeagle (168126)
• Boise, Idaho
4 Jun 12
Thanks for the BR!
@Bhebelen14 (5194)
• Philippines
1 Jun 12
Hi maurya83, I am not good in writing but my husband does. He have written some articles and poems too, also he keeps on trying to improve his writing skills because he is more on writing than speaking. Based on my observation the best way for him to improve his writing skill by reading newspaper especially the editorial section. I noticed that he always make sure to underline good phrases and use it in his own sentences. Also enrolled in a writing, speaking and listening school it is short course which gave him a lot ideas and concept in terms of writing a good article. Good luck
• Philippines
1 Jun 12
I am happy that I gave you some idea. Goodluck to you
@maurya83 (923)
• India
1 Jun 12
Hi Bhebelen, you gave me a great idea :) i will try to do this along with maintaining a routine for writing. A strong vocabulary is essential to be a good writer. I do the same when i find some new word while reading a magazine or book..
@ladygator (3465)
• United States
2 Jun 12
Thats great that you have found your talent for writing. Its a wonderful outlet for you and can lead you into a successful career. With much discipline and motivation for consitant writing can also be a great help to your readers. I have written tons of poetry, a few short stories and am currently working on a novel. Something that really helped me was to write morning pages. And thats to just write whatever comes to your mind for 45 mins. That helps to clear your mind of anything that might clutter up your writing flow.
@maurya83 (923)
• India
2 Jun 12
Hi ladygator, nice idea.. I will try to write something from the next morning.
• United States
1 Jun 12
Improving writing skills is just the same as improving any skill that a person has: Practice, practice, practice. Keep a journal to write in with you so that you do not loose any ideas that you have. Furthermore, do not be afraid to take any criticism from your peers, friends, and family. Also, do not be afraid to edit your work or even rewrite your work multiple times, if necessary. Writing, creatively, is something that I, personally, like to do. This is the process that I go through. Some, however, use outlines to help keep their work in a certain direction.
@maurya83 (923)
• India
2 Jun 12
well said bdr :)