You’ve heard them all before: Show, don’t tell. Kill your darlings. Write what you know.

But what if the most common pieces of writing advice are also the most misunderstood?

In this video, we’re breaking down 6 classic writing tips that new (and even experienced!) writers often get wrong — and showing you what they actually mean. From the truth about “starting in the middle” to the real purpose of adverbs, we’ll help you cut through the confusion and use these tools the right way.

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⏱️ Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:41 Show, Don’t Tell
1:36 Kill Your Darlings
2:47 Write What You Know
3:30 Don’t Use Adverbs
4:24 Write Every Day
5:28 Start in the Middle
6:20 Bonus: Find Your Voice
7:00 Conclusion

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