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Struggling through a first draft of a story or novel? Here are some of the best tips and quotes on first drafts from writers who have been there.

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Writing is an art Inviting others to view Stories from your mind Create magic with mere words About an elf, man or tree ©2019 CSNelson, dontforgetthehalf Inspired by: Ronovan Writes Haiku Challenge: magic, man Daily Word Prompt: inviting 3TC: story, elf, art FOWC: tree WOTD: create

The pen is the tongue of the mind. Miguel de Cervantes

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