i would add maybe finding a book group or a writing group working at the same level you are. long (long!) ago i created a group for like-minded aspiring screenwriters where we shared work and whatever craft books we found. it was a good way to get some discipline (we met weekly) and learning how other writers think and work was fascinating.
locks SCBWI chapters have bulletin boards for people looking for crit groups.
and joining a book group can put you in touch with readers and how they respond to text. as you listen to other define and dissect story elements you can build a better sense of the reader experience and apply these things to your writing.
Fantastic advice! Networking networking networking
Always make new friends. Sometimes hard for writers, but pretty important.
i would add maybe finding a book group or a writing group working at the same level you are. long (long!) ago i created a group for like-minded aspiring screenwriters where we shared work and whatever craft books we found. it was a good way to get some discipline (we met weekly) and learning how other writers think and work was fascinating.
locks SCBWI chapters have bulletin boards for people looking for crit groups.
and joining a book group can put you in touch with readers and how they respond to text. as you listen to other define and dissect story elements you can build a better sense of the reader experience and apply these things to your writing.
Oh yes! Great point!! I may add that later because I completely agree. My critique groups were so valuable.