How to Find Your Unique Writing Voice: Guest Post from Claire Jefferson

A writing voice is what defines you as a writer. It’s supposed to be original, unlike anyone else’s. Yet, finding it can prove difficult, especially if you are just starting to write. You cannot help but be influenced by authors whose pieces you’ve read, and it’s partially due to that that you are unable to find your unique writing voice. Having tried to develop your own style numerous times, you might even be on the verge of giving up. However, now’s not time for that, as below you will find tips on how to finally uncover the writer in you!

Tips to Help You Find Your Unique Writing Voice

Writing has, these days, become much easier as writing apps and tools to keep you focused are many. They allow you to become a better author by aiding organization and time management. Nevertheless, to be able to use these apps effectively, you must first develop an original writing voice. Without further ado, let’s see how to do so!

#1 Write, write, write

Practice makes perfect, isn’t that right? After all, you cannot expect to improve if you do not put work into it. Well, it’s the same with writing, which is why, to be able to find your own voice, you must write as much as possible. Research suggests that becoming an expert at something takes about 10,000 hours of practice. So, what are you waiting for? The clock is ticking!

#2 Read as Much as You Can

While reading other writers’ work can be your demise if you copy too much of somebody else’s style, it can also be your salvation. Instead of sticking to solely one author or a couple of them, read the works of many authors. As many of them as you can! The more you read, the better you will understand how different people see the world and how they form their characters. Seeing things from another perspective can be a great resource. It can open your eyes and allow you to approach writing in another way. A way that, while slightly influenced by others, is still utterly and truly yours.

#3 Be Open to Criticism

The goal of a writer is to have their work read. And you cannot expect to build an audience and an original voice if you shield your pieces from those interested in reading them. Instead of hiding your drafts, have somebody read them and give you an honest opinion. Nobody’s been born a persuasive writer, and neither have you. You can, however, become that. And the first step towards it is to accept the criticism that you get. In fact, not only accept it but rather learn from it.

#4 Think About the Reason Why You Want to Write

What is the main reason behind your writing? Is it to inspire people, motivate them to do better, or simply tell a story? It may even be the combination of all of these. Knowing precisely why you write will help you develop your style. Or at least point you in the right direction.

#5 Be Honest

Readers value honesty above all. That’s why, at the end of the day, the best tip on how to find your unique writing voice that we can give is to be honest. Write from the bottom of your heart and discuss only the topics that you are absolutely comfortable discussing. Whether you are writing a blog post, a magazine article, a book, or something else entirely doesn’t matter. As long as you are true to yourself and your beliefs, your own voice will shine through eventually.

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About the Author: Claire Jefferson is a writer and editor at Movers Development with a passion for cooking and gardening. The majority of her free time she spends curled up in her home in the company of her three cats.

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