I have always used emotion as a writing tool. That goes back to me being on the stage.
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I would recommend the short story form, which is a lot harder to write since you have to be so careful with words, until there is plenty of time to doodle through a novel.
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I wouldn't encourage new writers to start off publishing through electronic media... it still isn't wide enough for the readership they would need to get a good start.
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I don't often reread my own books, unless I am going into another in the series and need to refresh my mood when originating the concept.
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