Principles & Ideas

Here are some things you can do now to develop your writing & prepare for a career in writing:

• Establish good writing habits. Write every day!
• Think about your reading habits. Who are your favorite writers? You can research your favorite writers' influences and read some books by those writers who have influenced those writers.
  
• Get involved with a writing community. Does your school publish any literary journals? Are there any online communities that you can get involved with?
  
• Get published!
  
• Research colleges and universities that offer degrees that relate to reading and writing: Literature, Creative Writing, Journalism, etc.