7 Features of Bad Writing suggests some common characteristics of poor prose. Any one of these 'sins' would serve as an indicator, especially if they occur more than once or twice.
Read MorePhoto from Stencil. Licence: CC0
bad writing
Why would anyone write badly?
Why do some writers write badly? Plus links to examples of bad writing.
Read More
On this day: The Greek Myths
in Bookshelf, On this day, Reviews
If you have forgotten what bad writing looks like, read on…
Read MoreThe Professional Writer: Bad company
Should you write for poorly-edited publications featuring poorly-written articles?
Read More
What I've been reading: How not to write a novel
Even if you are a non-fiction writer, this book is worth reading.
Read MorePhoto from Stencil. Licence: CC0
7 features of bad writing
Another article in the 'bad writing' series, 7 Features of Bad Writing suggests some common characteristics of poor prose. Any one of these 'sins' would serve as an indicator, especially if they occur more than once or twice.
Read MoreIs bad writing deliberate?
Why do some writers write badly?
Read More