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Goodreads asked Peter Selgin:

What’s your advice for aspiring writers?

Peter Selgin Don't despair when things get tough, as they usually will. Put precision and clarity ahead if style. In fact try not to think of style at all. Serve whatever story you are telling. If you aim for precision, style will follow.

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