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Now I want to tell you a little bit about what a writer is. To start you off I want to tell you about some of the qualities and characteristics of a writer. First of all a writer has to, has to have two very important skills- creativity and storytelling. Also a writer has to be able to come up with fresh and compelling story ideas along with realistic-real- characters. Also since writers may have to research parts/elements of their story so they need to have research skills. Also they have to have the ability to bring their ideas and stories to life along with having excellent writing skills, an excellent grasp of grammar and writing, and an eloquent and creative writing style. Also a writer does not need any formal education though a degree in English and writing would help a
starting writer develop their skills
Now I want to name a few famous authors. There is William Shakespeare of course and he is known as the greatest dramatist of all time and is often renowned as England's national poet. A few other famous writers are Mark Twain who is known as an iconic figure in American literature. Also Edgar Allen Poe is known as the father of modern detective story and J.K. Rowling was titled The Most Influential Women in Britain in 2010. There are many other famous authors/writers and if you want to learn about some more you can go to http://www.famousauthors.org/.
starting writer develop their skills
Now I want to name a few famous authors. There is William Shakespeare of course and he is known as the greatest dramatist of all time and is often renowned as England's national poet. A few other famous writers are Mark Twain who is known as an iconic figure in American literature. Also Edgar Allen Poe is known as the father of modern detective story and J.K. Rowling was titled The Most Influential Women in Britain in 2010. There are many other famous authors/writers and if you want to learn about some more you can go to http://www.famousauthors.org/.