On Writing With Brandon Sanderson | Full Writing Lectures (2025) The Philosophy of Professional Writing: Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #1 (2025)
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Jan 31, 2025 Dive into the world of professional writing with insights on individuality and the challenges of a writing career. Explore humorous contrasts between writing and traditional professions, along with the importance of perseverance in the face of rejections. Discover the evolution of language and how writing groups can shape your craft. Learn the delicate balance of accepting feedback while protecting your unique voice, all wrapped in engaging anecdotes and practical advice for aspiring writers in the fantasy and science fiction genres.
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Individualized Writing Advice
- Writing advice helps you individually, so find what works.
- Ignore advice that doesn't resonate with your writing style.
Gardener vs. Architect
- Writers are either architects (outliners) or gardeners (discovery writers).
- Most writers blend these styles; find your unique approach through experimentation.
Intrinsic Value of Writing
- Embrace writing for personal enrichment, not just professional goals.
- Writing has intrinsic value beyond publication or external validation.