Cory Said:

How do you become a writer for BBC Books?

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youll need good english a levels and gcse and learn book writing or something at uni then if they need any writers apply, or make your own book and if they see it and they likle it maybe theyll ask you to join, i dont know i hope i helped :)

Nathaniel Said:

How do I become a writer?

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I would say start brainstorming on your own and write your own book. Then go to a professional to see if you can publish it. Well you need a publisher to edit it and go over it and such.

I suggest taking classes as well in College. It's the little things you can do to make yourself a better writer and such.

Charlene Said:

How do you become a good writer?

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Surely creativity is almost guaranteed after motor-biking across Europe? Your life definitely sounds interesting enough to warrant writer material.

Glenn Said:

Could I become a published writer as an undergraduate ?

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You can become a published author at any age. SE Hinton wrote and published The Outsiders when she was 17. As someone who has interned and worked at several small-time magazines and publishing houses, I can tell you that to become a writer, you can sit in the basement for the next five years and teach yourself.
But to become a journalist, you will need to go to journalism school. I suggest going to college for both since that's where you will make the most connections. It is all about connections!
For creative writing:
While you are in college, spend time working on the school paper, a college literary magazine (if there is one) do lots of writing related internships and work-study jobs. Like I said: the publishing industry is all about who you know, how well you write, and being in the right place at the right time with something original to say. Make friends with editors, authors, attend literary events and book launches. Take poetry classes and fiction writing classes. Join writing workshops! Seriously! There's this whole world of writers out there and most people are willing to help you along - especially if you have promise.
For Journalism:
Journalism is an entirely different field. Keep in mind that Print Journalism - newspapers etc - is on its way out as everything goes digital - so jobs are few and far between. You also have to be the sort of person who is comfortable getting into different- sometimes difficult or strange - situations and asking people personal questions and stuff like that. I would definitely get involved with the school paper in college and just keep working from there.
The thing with writing is that it is really hands-on. You learn as you go. So yes, writing classes and a degree never hurt anyone. Writing is a craft. We get better and better as we practice.
One of the internships I did led me to meet one of my favorite Seattle authors, Jonathan Evison. He once said in an interview: "If you think its good enough to be published, it probably isn't. So go back to your desk and just keep writing for another ten years."
So true!
Good luck!

George Said:

How does one become a writer?

We Answered:

You're doing it right now! A friend of mine once told me the secret to becoming a writer: Just write. And keep writing. Share it with the world. Start a blog. Write essays. Listen to the feedback. And don't stop writing no matter what.