Unlock the Secrets: What Every Aspiring Fiction Writer Must Know to Master the Craft
I hope the answer is now clear.
Writing is essential, so make it a habit to write every day.
Training is essential, so study good books on craft and master them.
But there’s one thing Scott didn’t ask about.
Critique is essential, so find someone who can look at your work and give you a little guidance.
A freshman who does those three things will soon move up to being a sophomore.
And then a junior.
And then a senior.
And then an author.
Most of the authors I know are still doing those three things regularly.
