We’ve all read a book that is so beautifully written, it stops you in your tracks. Great writing has the ability to instantly captivate and move readers, but figuring out how to actually achieve this type of powerful prose can be tricky. What is it that makes an author’s writing so strong? In editing hundreds of wellcomposed novels, I’ve uncovered three techniques the strongest writers use that you can adopt to instantly elevate your own writing. In this video, I’ll share those strategies and walk you through some examples from recent bestselling books so you can see them in action.  
 
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GREAT BOOKS ABOUT WRITING/PUBLISHING:
Dreyer’s English: An Utterly Correct Guide to Clarity and Style by Benjamin Dreyer / https://amzn.to/3VE8dtt
Save the Cat! Writes a Novel by Jessica Brody / https://amzn.to/3Vyk2Bn
Before and After the Book Deal by Courtney Maum / https://amzn.to/3Z4at03 
 
SOME OF MY FAVORITE BOOKS:
An American Marriage by Tayari Jones / https://amzn.to/3vvWItt
Fierce Kingdom by Gin Phillips / https://amzn.to/3CFz4Pt
Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid / https://amzn.to/3CjFFi5 
 
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MORE WRITING ADVICE:
5 Totally Free Ways to Improve Your Writing:    • 5 Totally Free Ways to Improve Your W...      
5 Major Differences Between Pro and Amateur Writers:    • 5 Major Differences Between Pro and A...  
The Secret Behind EVERY Bestselling Novel:    • The Secret Behind EVERY Bestselling N...  
 
HOW TO INSTANTLY BECOME A STRONGER WRITER:
02:02 – Make every word matter
05:48 – Show small, authentic experiences   
08:12 – Use figurative language strategically  
 
ABOUT ME: 
My name is Alyssa Matesic, and I’m a professional book editor with nearly a decade of book publishing and editorial experience. Throughout my career, I’ve held editorial roles across both sides of the publishing industry: Big Five publishing houses and literary agencies. The goal of this channel is to help writers throughout the book writing journey—whether you're working on your manuscript or you're looking for publishing advice.
 
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