July 1, 2002

The All Important Audience

Who will be reading your writing?

The answer to this question is unquestionably an important one, though often disregarded by beginning writers. Take time to consider your answer to this question, and shape your writing to suit the person or persons who will be your readers.

For more information, see the worksheet Writing for an Audience and a teacher writing sample called "You Say it's Your Birthday: Ouch!".

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