Brandon Sanderson on Writing Science Fiction and Fantasy

Writing is good for you

Some kind of hobby, like a sport or creative endeavor, is itself fulfilling and worthwhile regardless of output
Practicing the skill of writing and composing stories

Teaching people how to write

Kinda tough, can’t really be done. Need to know when to ignore advice, just cause it worked for them

Distinction between gardners (those who begin a story without an end), and architects (those who write with a planned outline)

Writing Skill is a Muscle

The more your ability develops, the more you’re able to do simpler tasks by instinct rather than by focus
Therefore, good habits are incredibly helpful

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