Helping Writers Become Authors

Don't Let the Big Words Die

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Jun 21, 2009
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ANECDOTE

Cam Wyland's Vocabulary Habit

  • Cam Wyland loves all kinds of words and keeps a list of unfamiliar ones while reading.
  • Her dictionary is full of underlined words, influencing her writing style.
INSIGHT

Declining Literacy and Vocabulary

  • Modern society's literacy has declined, and authors aren't raising the bar.
  • Unusual words in manuscripts are rare, with writers often misusing them.
ADVICE

Matching Writing to Readership

  • Match your writing to your reader's level to avoid confusion.
  • Avoid drawing attention to yourself with complex words; focus on the story.
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