I’ve been in this writing game a long time. Not forever, but over a decade, which after my most recent birthday equates to almost twenty five percent of my life. In the last ten plus years, I have learned a lot. Sometimes, even now, I just wish somebody would TELL ME WHAT TO DO. (Or, in some cases, what not to do.) I am not afraid of hard work or putting in the time… I just want to spend that time doing the right things. Ya know?

I’ve shared with my newsletter followers that I recently hired a mentor for this exact reason. I do not want to experiment with my current novel in progress. I want to do it well, and I want to do “well” in the most direct-as-possible path to success. What better way to arrive at my desired destination than to hire a guide?

It is in this spirit that I share today’s content round up… three pieces that outline some of the very basic, but best advice for newbies in the writing world. Grab a pen and paper and get ready to take some notes because there’s a whole lotta word nerd goodness coming your way!

6 Rookie Mistakes to Quit Making

Doing any one of the six items in this list is a sure fire way to call you out as an amateur! Read it quick before you make one of these dreaded rookie mistakes.

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A Writing World Vocabulary Map

Learn the lay of the land by first understanding the content-specific vocabulary people in the writing and publishing world are using.

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Stop Drinking Through the Fire Hose

Admittedly, I know there is A LOT to learn about this industry. Trying to take it all in can be like trying to drink from a firehose. Impossible. To combat potential feelings of overwhelm and paralysis, read the advice I give in this blog post.

So there you have it. My best writing advice for beginners. Hopefully, with it, you can go out (or sit down) and do good things! All my best and happy writing! - Amanda

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