You Are Heroic with Brian Johnson On Writing by Stephen King (Heroic Wisdom Daily)
Oct 20, 2025
Dive into the fascinating insights from Stephen King's On Writing, where memoir meets masterclass. Discover the art of clear writing that translates thoughts directly to readers. Learn King's process of drafting—finish first, revise later—and the importance of frequent reading and writing. Hear how life experiences shape a writer's perspective and the necessity of embracing rejection as a part of the journey. It's a treasure trove of inspiration for anyone looking to enhance their creative expression!
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Write Like It's Telepathy
- Good writing is telepathy: it transmits your exact vision to readers.
- Reading widely and writing often trains you to recognize and reproduce great writing.
Keep The Toolbox Sharp
- Keep your toolbox sharp: master vocabulary, grammar, and style basics.
- Avoid adverbs and prefer strong verbs to make prose cleaner and clearer.
Finish First, Perfect Later
- Write clean first drafts focused on telling the story rather than perfection.
- Fix problems in second drafts so you finish instead of endlessly polishing early on.
