Writing a First Draft

The only way to write is to write. But you can't write if you don't read.

Take your time reading, diversify your sources and authors. Take notes, record your thoughts. Once you've organized your reading, form an argument or story.

Break the piece down into subheadings, and group your notes into these different boxes/categories.

Write freely. Make coherent sentences. The rest will come.

Have your own voice, be strong. Guide your reader, tell them where you're going.

Make it easy for them, you know more than they do.