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Rules for writing? Well, something to think about at least:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/gretchen-rubin/writing-advice_b_1247003.html?ref=books&ir=Books
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If you can't take criticism, don't do it (you will get it no matter how good your work).
Don't write with the express intention of trying to make money (if it's good enough, it will sell and the money will come).
Know your audience (and give it what it wants).
Don't be afraid to stop working and start again if you think something isn't working (which is how you avoid the mythical writers block).
Write what you know (if nothing else it saves on research but your experience will shine through in your writing).
Entertain yourself whilst you're writing and above all, enjoy it. After all, if you're not entertained, how do you expect your readers to be?
Simple as that. Now get on and do it!
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