When I started writing my first book, my husband suggested a few books on the craft of writing. I remember telling him "No, I don't need to study writing. I just need to do it. I'm a lifelong reader, after all, so I can just figure it out as I go."
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I genuinely thought I could just sit down and write a book--easy peasy. And while maybe that works for some people, that was NOT the case for me. Eventually I realized that if I wanted my book to be any good then I would need to learn how good stories are made. 

Over the years, I've used quite a few resources to get me where I am today. And I am happy to pass on my recommendations to you!