Make your writing better today

This handy dandy checklist can help

You know good writing when you see it. It’s logically organized, flows well, makes sense, and is imbued with a distinct, relatable voice that speaks to the reader. At its best, it’s expressive, imaginative, and doesn’t call excessive attention to itself. But how does the writer make that happen?

By understanding what writing is not.

Writing is not typing fully formed ideas as they tumble from your brain. It involves the hard work of developing your thoughts and turning them into something interesting and readable. And it happens in stages.

Experts have documented discrete stages of the writing process. Professional writers use them without thinking, but if you’re not a professional writer and simply want to improve your copy, this free checklist walks you through each stage and provides techniques and tips for polishing your prose. It’s based on my many years of professional and creative writing.