David B. Clear

3 weeks ago | writingcooperative.com | David B. Clear

Medium’s largest collection of advice, support, and encouragement for writers. We help you become the best writer possible. Follow publicationOh So ClearBecause perfection is boringI’ve probably spent well over 20,000 hours in my life walking, but that doesn’t mean I can do it well.

1 month ago | writingcooperative.com | David B. Clear

Oh So ClearOr why your manuscript shouldn’t be old enough to voteEvery writer has, a some point, stared at their manuscript and thought, Oh man… I should’ve been a geologist instead. By the time I finish this, I’ll be older than the rocks I would’ve studied. And if you’re basing your writing expectations on literary history, you may be right. Some of the greatest writers of all time took years, even decades, to complete their work.

1 month ago | writingcooperative.com | David B. Clear

Oh So ClearThe power of narrative over expository texts“Don’t just stand there — do something!” Janet screamed, her cheek stinging from the sharp slap of the penguin’s flipper. Greg’s eyes narrowed, his finger jabbing at the tuxedoed troublemaker. “You’re going to regret that, you overgrown, waddling, flightless pigeon!”With dramatic flair, he reached for the weapon at his belt — only to clutch at thin air. His stomach sank. Only then did he realize the icy truth. He wasn’t wearing a belt.

2 months ago | writingcooperative.com | David B. Clear

Oh So ClearOr why intellectual honesty beats trying to bluff your way to successIf you’re writing fiction, it’s your job to make sh*t up. If you’re a politician, it might also be your job. If you’re a marketer, it’s a fine line. And if you’re writing a resume, we all know you’re stretching the truth anyway. But if you’re a blogger, there are a whole bunch of reasons why you should stick to reality — starting with the fact that once your readers stop believing you, they stop reading you.

2 months ago | autostoresystem.com | David B. Clear

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