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If You Don't Read You'll Never Be A Writer

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Watch this 16-minute interview with author and screenwriter Tony DuShane as he explores the fundamental connection between reading and writing success. Discover why consistent reading habits are essential for developing your voice as a writer, drawing from DuShane's extensive experience as author of the semi-autobiographical novel "Confessions of a Teenage Jesus Jerk" and his work as a journalist for major publications including The Los Angeles Times and Mother Jones. Learn from his insights gained through hosting the author interview show "Drinks with Tony" since 2002 and his teaching experience in novel and screenwriting at UCLA Extension. Gain practical advice on how reading broadly and deeply can inform your writing craft, improve your storytelling abilities, and help you understand different narrative techniques and styles that successful authors employ.

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If You Don't Read You'll Never Be A Writer - Tony DuShane

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