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In an effort to improve one’s writing skills, one would usually take up writing classes or find ways to learn writing even all by one’s lonesome.

Writing Orientation

Some have the luxury of having been schooled in writing with courses on Journalism and the like. Good for them, they knew at the onset that they want such line of work in the future. Unfortunately for some of these, they may find out later on that this is not actually the kind of work they prefer.

There are also some - who may not have undergone the formal training in writing - but have the passion to write. Such individuals would love to write. These individuals can be considered ‘writers by heart.’ With their love for writing, they have the greatest potential to excel.

Each may have certain advantages and disadvantages over the other - the schooled writer will have the edge in terms of the knowledge gained, while the writer by heart will have its enthusiasm as his edge. In most cases though, it is the one who is personally motivated - in this case, the writer by heart - who is likely to succeed.

A Writer’s Success

A formal schooling on writing - and the passion to write is the best combination. But while some may not have the luxury of having been schooled, this is not at all a hindrance.

The important thing in writing - aside from form - is the content. Content gives value to your writing. Form polishes it.

Both form and content is necessary for your writing to be successful. Form engages your readers to continue on. Content provides the information sought upon by the readers.

Books on Writing

I have some books on writing that I constantly refer to. One is the Right Way to Write Reports by Steve Gravett. Check it at www.right-way.co.uk.

Another book is A Writer’s Guide to Nonfiction by Elizabeth Lyon. Elizabeth Lyon is also the author of Nonfiction Book Proposals Anybody can Write. Check out www.elizabethlyon.com.