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That's something that is almost accidental at the beginning of a career, but the more you write, the more trained you are to recognize the little signals.

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Stephen King emphasizes that recognizing the subtle signals in writing is a skill that develops over time. It may start out as accidental, but with practice and experience, writers become more attuned to these signals and their significance in their career.
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Stephen King is an American author known for his works in the horror and supernatural fiction genres.
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