#WordWeavers 2026.02.06 — Share an important or fun lesson you’ve learned as a writer.
I've learned not to be ashamed of a good vocabulary. Word choice matters. Now, if I could only deploy those words while speaking with others that would be fabulous.
And, whilst this makes this reply a twofer, I'm also going to say that I've learned that I can orate. From a script. Extemporaneously? Not happening. Yes, I do: I read all my writing aloud. To ensure it sounds right. Making it sound dramatic makes revising my work a lot more fun, but confirms the validity of my writing style, which is consistent with live storytelling†. Not going to say bardic. My voice isn't that melodious. I shan't be publishing audio recordings any time soon!
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†Go ahead, read it out loud. I dare you.
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