Being Better
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Last published Mon, Dec 23, 2024
To be clear- this is not a story. As with anyone learning a new art, their is a lot to learn and develop to be the best I can be. I want to expand my tools and skills so that my stories are addictive, meaningful and entertaining. So, with that in mind, I am completing the exercises found in Ursula K. Le Guin's "Steering the Craft" and sharing my results with you all.
If you are a writer, I encourage you to try the exercises in the comments. Happy writing!
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