20 Stephen King Writing Tips That Will Transform Your Medium Articles Overnight

From the book “On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft” by Stephen King

Jesiel Deshpande
3 min readNov 12, 2024

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Day 14 of 100 days reading journey.

As I continue on this journey, I feel more excited to read and learn from the books or novels I am going to read.

Today, I just finished reading Stephen King’s “On Writing,” and I’ve learned many valuable lessons.

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Here are the main points I noted for me to remember as attempt to I improve my own writing.

1. Write Every Day

Stephen emphasizes writing daily. Regular practice improves my writing skills. Even when I’m not feeling inspired, writing something keeps me connected to the creative process.

2. Read a Lot

To become a better writer, I should read widely. Exploring different books and genres introduces me to new ideas and storytelling techniques.

3. Be Myself

Instead of imitating other writers, I should let my own voice be heard. Being authentic makes my writing unique and more engaging.

4. Embrace Rewriting

The first draft is only the starting point. Revising my work helps me refine my…

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Jesiel Deshpande
Jesiel Deshpande

Written by Jesiel Deshpande

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