On writing

There are three rules for writing the novel. Unfortunately, no one knows what they are. (W. Somerset Maugham) Everyone has to develop their own writing style, based on their own strengths and weakn…

On writing | What's new What's new Updates on my research and expository papers, discussion of open problems, and other maths-related topics. By Terence Tao Home About Career advice On writing Books Mastodon+ Applets Subscribe to feed On writing There are three rules for writing the novel. Unfortunately, no one knows what they are. ( W. Somerset Maugham ) Everyone has to develop their own writing style , based on their own strengths and weaknesses, on the subject matter, on the target audience, and sometimes on the target medium. As such, it is virtually impossible to prescribe rigid

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