Improve Your Powers Of Observation To Be A Better Writer

The best writers are keen observers of the world around them. By being present and observant, you’ll find it easier to pick up on the unspoken messages, overlooked details, and subtle cues you can use to give your writing more authenticity. We found an excellent example in The Santaland Diaries by observational writer David Sedaris: “The woman at Macy’s asked, ‘Would you be interested in…