Reading for writing
The commandments to write better 1
A course by Maria José Castaño Dávila , Writer
Joined April 2022
About the video: The commandments to write better 1
Overview
“There are some essential ones in reading, which although they have their exceptions, are guides that allow us to identify the difference between a good text and another that does not meet some standards. In this lesson, I will explain some of these commandments to you with some authors.”
In this video lesson Maria José Castaño Dávila addresses the topic: The commandments to write better 1, which is part of the Domestika online course: Reading for writing. Reading is a crucial ability for any writer. Improve your reading to improve your writing..
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson we are going to review some of what I consider commandments. These are some extracts of knowledge that I have obtained from these readings, How the authors we mentioned above have influenced in my appreciation of reading and obviously the tools that I use to write today. I always think of these commandments and advice when developing a text, When developing a review, when developing a summary. For me, The first commandment is short and short twice as good. Because obviously the more specific and clearer you are and the shorter you can say a phrase or an idea, Well, you will h...”
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Course summary for: Reading for writing
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Creative Writing, Narrative, Sketchbook, Writing
Maria José Castaño Dávila
A course by Maria José Castaño Dávila
María José Castaño is a lover of literature with a solid background in law and journalism. Her career includes collaborations with prominent media and advice to international companies in strategic communication. In addition to her career, María José is an influencer in the world of books and hosts the podcast "Biblioteca Personal" on Spotify.
Her passion for reading and writing has led her to spread the love of books and teach readers how to use reading as a powerful tool to learn, grow, and strengthen their communication skills. Her unique experience merges with her love of letters to bring you a course that will transform you into a more conscious and competent writer.
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