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By Mary Jaksch

A guest post by David Masters of inkably: tell better stories.

Isaac Asimov, one of the big three science fiction writers of the twentieth century, published over 500 books including novels, short story collections and non fiction, making him one of the most prolific writers of all time.

Asked by Writer’s Digest magazine for the secret to his prolific writing, Asimov said:

“I guess I’m prolific because I have a simple and straightforward style.”
~Isaac Asimov (500 books)

Could it really be that easy?

Write clearly, in a conversational voice

Writing clearly, in a simple and straightforward style allows you to write fast.

At the same time, when you write fast, you don’t stop to process your thoughts . You put them... More...