How to Achieve Clarity in your Writing | Susanna Barlow

Here are the major--boldfaced--points in Barlow's article:

One of the most valuable things a writer can learn about the craft of writing is clarity. ...

I have learned that being clear is a real art and a developed skill. ...

1. Write as if your audience will be children. ...

Or I can write that same statement more clearly. ... [followed by an example]

2. Clearly define your topic sentence. ...

3. Use your topic as a guide. ...

Here is a helpful analogy. ... [followed by an example]

4. Use shorter sentences. ...

Or longer sentences ... [followed by an example]

5. Why are you writing anyway? ...

Of course, you'll understand her points better after reading Barlow's article.