25 Giveaway Signs That You Are an Amateur Writer

Do you know people can make out if you are an amateur writer?

It’s easier than you think.

You might not even realize it.

But your writing gives it away.

There are habits that experienced readers can spot.

These habits make your writing look weak.

They are obvious to anyone with some writing experience.

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Here’s an example: “The boy, who was tired, very much, after running all the way home, finally reached home and sat down, breathing heavily.”

See the problem?

It’s clunky, unclear, and full of repetition.

Poor grammar and unnecessary words make it hard to read.

It drags on and loses impact.

Writing like this screams “amateur.”

Even small mistakes can stand out.

Your words feel forced and awkward.

Readers sense something is off.

But don’t worry, I’m here to help.

In this post, I’m going to discuss the 25 giveaway signs that scream to the world that you are an amateur writer.