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By: Michelle Rafter

Michelle Rafter — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 19:13:09 +0000

Compared to the later books, I don’t think the language in “Sorcerer’s Stone” was as elegant or nuanced. I think Rowling matured as a writer along with her characters and plot lines. But I will concede that even the early books in the series are better written than a lot of what passes as popular fiction.

Michelle

By: Danielle Buffardi

Danielle Buffardi — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 19:09:57 +0000

I like the post, but disagree with your opinion that Rowling’s first book was “pedestrian”.

She is a a very educated writer, as she was a Classics Major in college.

For “pedestrian” style writing look to Stephenie Meyer.

Other than that, your post gives good insight into what you took away from Hogwarts.

By: Chris Warren

Chris Warren — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 07:21:38 +0000

Michelle

I think you’ve written one of the best and most valuable articles here that I’ve read in many a moon. Of course, there’s no single formula that guarantees success for a writer, but there are some basics without which nothing good will come out the other end, and I beleive you’ve nailed the main points here so succinctly.

I’m a fantasy writer. My new book Randolph’s Challenge Book One – The Pendulum Swings has just been published, and I followed every opne of the points you have made in your article.

Well analysed and an important read for aspiring writers.

Chris Warren
Author and Freelance Writer
Randolph’s Challenge Book One – The Pendulum Swings

By: Paula B.

Paula B. — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 19:35:20 +0000

Michelle,

If I don’t write things down, I lose them. Tip #2 would never work for me.