Rules For Writing

There are many different genre's and styles of writing that are used today.  Writer's are free to put down whatever they want to write about.  However, I do think that there should be a few rules when writing, and I would like to explain to you my top three.

Rule #1: Keep It Simple! 

Too often there are writers that use extensive analogies and metaphors in their writing that don't make sense and just end up confusing readers about what you're trying to say.  When you keep it simple you get your point across much better.

Rule #2: Write What You Know! 

When picking a subject to write about, choose one that you are familiar with.  Writing should be done about topics that the author understands.  If you're writing about a topic you don't know much about, it will show in your writing.

Rule #3: Use Appropriate Diction!

Many writers feel that in order to sound intelligent or credible that they must use the most complicated language possible.  This is just simply not true.  In order to get your true voice across in your writing you must use words and phrases that you understand and that are not too cliche.  You want your writing to be original and using typical phrases will take away from that originality.