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Writing 101 [Module 1]: The "Read" Factor

Okay, here we go with module 1. If you wanna develop your writing skills, there's another skill that you should probably think about developing at the same time: reading skills. You don't have to love reading, and you're not even expected to read an entire novel or two a day, but you do need to cultivate this habit. Why? For a number of reasons, including: - It helps you develop your grammar - You pick up on new vocabulary AND you get exposed to the various *contexts* in which they can be used - It helps you identify what style of writing you like to read...which could also be helpful in figuring out what kind of writing you might be inclined to -You become more adept at sieving through data and retrieving relevant information: which will help you prevent long-winded explanations etc in your own writing - It offers you a chance to identify with the characters (if its a novel) or the author - Great source of inspiration and creative ideas -It's a great hobby Personal sto...