Reading for writing
The commandments to write better 2
A course by Maria José Castaño Dávila , Writer
Joined April 2022
About the video: The commandments to write better 2
Overview
“I will continue to show you examples of what I consider to be the commandments to write better.”
In this video lesson Maria José Castaño Dávila addresses the topic: The commandments to write better 2, 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
“Well, and this is the last commandment, which is essential for me and there are some tips that we can avoid to write better. Always keep them in mind. The first of them It is the repetition of words. Unless you're writing a political speech, unless you're going to use it exemplarily or intentionally in a poem for some reason, it is better to avoid repetition of words. Because it bores the reader, and because it feels like you were repeating the same idea. Rather, Look for words that are synonymous or words that can say the same thing without necessarily using it. Another of the things that ...”
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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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