Whether you’re writing a book, a play, a screenplay, or a groundbreaking meta-listicle about writing, it’s important to follow certain rules.

Tumblr is a place full of creatives, from whom we can definitely derive some solid rules for better writing. Let’s look at 10 of them now.

10. Find your conflict

9. Learn some project management skills

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8. Learn from the best

7. Always have a plan

6. Keep notes

5. Respect your characters

4. Draw from your own experience

3. Be specific

2. Have a consistent output

1. Use your imagination

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BONUS TIP: Penmanship counts

There, now we’re all experts. Pulitzer, here I come.

What’s your best tip for makin’ stuff?

Let us know in the comments.