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Advice on Writing from Khaled al-Berry
Berry was shortlisted for the 2011 International Prize for Arabic Fiction (IPAF). His memoir “Life is More Beautiful than Paradise” explores his adolescent involvement in the Jama’a al-Islamiya.Keep a notepad – always, always keep a notepad – everywhere, absolutely everywhere. You don’t know when the brilliant idea might come.If you have access to children, talk to them, invent stories and watch their reactions. You will learn what makes a story exciting. You will also learn to… be brave, which is the third thing you must do. Don’t refrain from following a new line in the plot as it emerges. It might prove to be the key element in the story.Use technology. Keynote or PowerPoint slides are very effective in organizing and editing the story.Watch loads of movies. But read only good books. Bad ones ruin your taste.If someone asks you for advice, give them general advice. Don’t give away your special tips. I make an exception here because it’s the first time I’ve been asked. So make use of this chance.
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