Write What You Know- Is It Good Or Bad Advice?

There's some advice always given to new writers, things such as "show don’t tell", "use strong verbs and no adverbs", and "write what you know".

good or bad advice?

Some people think it means that your fiction should be thinly veiled autobiography. These people might tell you that the only legitimate stories you can write are ones that stem from your own life, your own experiences.

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Prosecutors deserve better

These legal professionals, who are entrusted with upholding the rule of law, face numerous challenges that compromise their ability to effectively carry out their duties.Elsewhere in this edition, we carry a story on the lamentations of the officers of court.The prosecutors have raised a number of concerns, calling for urgent attention from all relevant stakeholders, including the President, Minister of Justice and the Attorney General. Their...

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