L.D. Colter
Persistence. It's probably the one most valuable trait to cultivate because it's very rare for a new writer to achieve success quickly.
My other piece of advice would be to find fellow writers willing to trade honest critiques -- whether in online forums, workshops, or local critique groups -- giving and receiving feedback on early drafts is, I think, the best learning tool there is.
My other piece of advice would be to find fellow writers willing to trade honest critiques -- whether in online forums, workshops, or local critique groups -- giving and receiving feedback on early drafts is, I think, the best learning tool there is.
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