As much as we currently clown George R.R. Martin for not yet finishing the books for Game of Thrones, he's one of our greatest authors and an absolute genius. I've been on this kick where I'm watching a lot of videos from authors and enjoying their advice on writing, so I wanted to add Martin to the list. Let's dive in. Writing Advice From George R.R. Martin Right off the bat, Martin starts the video by saying writing is a risky profession and that it's like rolling the dice, and you might not always succeed immediately. He doubles down, telling the audience that if you need financial security, it's not the right choice.I love that he dictates the hard truths up top. You should be prepared for setbacks and that it's common for writers to face rejection and periods of struggle. But Martin also hit on the most important thing: perseverance is key.When it came to achieving success, he had some practical advice. Martin emphasized that networking can be helpful in getting people to read your work. He also suggested developing your skills through writing practice and workshops.Maybe most importantly, he called for writers to learn to pitch your ideas effectively and to be charming and friendly, so people want to work with you. Inside all of this was the call to embrace criticism constructively and to avoid arguing with negative reviews. None of this is easy, but if you believe in your talent and have a positive attitude and keep...
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