Sometimes reading other writers helps. You learn some little technique that turns out to be useful, or simply are reinspired by the amazing things others do.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
Doing interesting things and then writing about them is the best way to become a good writer.
Reading while I'm writing ideally inspires my competitive side. When I read great writers, I want to be a better writer.
I try to read writers who are better than me because it inspires me to be better.
The best way to become a successful writer is to read good writing, remember it, and then forget where you remember it from.
Other writers definitely influence my writing. What encourages me and inspires me is when I read a good book. It makes me want to be a better writer.
Writers themselves benefit from all helpful information about their task and methods. Readers, in turn, can have both their understanding and appreciation of literature enhanced by information about the writer's work.
Read. Read. Read. Read many genres. Read good writing. Read bad writing and figure out the difference. Learn the craft of writing.
I'm always looking at ways of shaking up the writing experience because I think it helps.
The best way to learn about writing is to study the work of other writers you admire.
If you're a writer, you just keep following the path - keep going deeper and deeper into the things that interest you.