It seems like everyone is trying it these days. Every direction you look, people are cranking out novels or trying to get their life story published. Being a “writer” seems to be everyone’s new favorite pastime. Yet, how many of these people actually know what they’re doing? It’s a great thing to spend your time writing rather than zonked out in front of a screen. However, just because you can put pen to paper, or fingers to keypad, doesn’t make you a writer. For those of you who are dedicated, here are several things that are crucial for success in the world of paper, words, and thoughts.