Here are 20 writing tips from John Erickson’s writing memoir Story Craft (Amazon).

#1
The story is more important than style.

#2
The job is to communicate information and emotion.

#3
It’s just good paragraphs and good sentences.

#4
Be clear.

#5
Use active voice, not passive voice.

#6
Good writing is built using blocks.

#7
Highlight the general by sharing the specific.

#8
Use the correct writing voice for the task at hand.

#9
Produce more than you consume.

#10
You learn writing by writing.

#11
Have something to say.

#12
Edit and refine.

#13
Read – and get some experience living.

#14
Use people’s subconscious when you are able.

#15
Writing discipline trumps writing inspiration.

#16
Not every story is worth telling.

#17
You might struggle with being inspired to write. Write through this.

#18
Worry about the craft, not getting a book published.

#19
Keep your day job – until you don’t have to.

#20
Don’t embarrass your mom.

[I enjoyed these tips from Derek Sivers, Scott Adams, and John Saddington too.]