In The Makers Eye, Murray says that the difference in attitude is the difference between an amateur writer and a professional writer. As writers we have to be excepting of criticism. We have to let go of our self pride when it comes to writing and be able to take someone else’s ideas, but also put your own craftsmen ship in what feedback they are giving you. Ego is a very important tool in writing, you must make your voice heard. Rewriting is also an important trait to have in order to become a more professional writer. As a writer you have to know what audience you’re trying to write for, and make sure they will enjoy what you write. After that you have to make sure you have the appropriate form, and structure to make sure what you have to is in order. Once you have a draft with a subject,audience, form,structure,development,dimension,and tone, you are now ready to edit line-by-line. You have to read and reread each word of your writing to make sure it is absolute perfection.
