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How to Appreciate the First (Sucky) Draft

Lesson the first for every writer everywhere: the first draft almost always sucks. But that’s okay. In fact, sometimes that works to your advantage.

Posted bykwatkinsApril 3, 2024September 13, 2026Posted inFrom the Editor, Writer Life, Writing TipsTags: creative-writing, editing, editor, editor life, editorial process, editors, fantasy, female writers, fiction, first draft, from pen to fin, historical fiction, nonfiction, Octavia Butler, revision process, script writing, self-edits, storytelling, suspense, use your words, word choice, word count, word nerds, write like a boss, writer, writer brain, Writer Life, writer tunes, writer's block, writers, writers supporting writers, writing, writing action, writing community, writing romance, writing skills, Writing Tips3 Comments on How to Appreciate the First (Sucky) Draft

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