I teach both composition and creative writing, and while I stress formulaic patterns for students to practice until they get pretty good, eventually they will identify their own personal writing style. With a large enough sample size, in fact, each person's specific idiosyncrasies can be scientifically proven (take a look at the book I reviewed by Ben Blatt for more info). I know I have several stylistic techniques I rely on. I like mixing really long sentences with really short ones. Even fragments. Like that one, and this one. I also like to start sentences with "And" because it can emphasis. I also employ quite a bit of sarcasm, depending on what I'm writing about. And I use dashes when commas or parentheses don't fit my mood that day. But I'm only aware of those personal touches because I've been writing for so long. Young writers may not have developed that sense of themselves yet.
A good article on Grammarly this week describes how young writers might identify and develop their personal style. It's good advice for both formal and casual writing. And it will help you develop good habits and hone your skills as you write for various projects in your life. Take a look at the article here, and get writing!
A good article on Grammarly this week describes how young writers might identify and develop their personal style. It's good advice for both formal and casual writing. And it will help you develop good habits and hone your skills as you write for various projects in your life. Take a look at the article here, and get writing!