Almost 75 years after its original publication, George Orwell's 'six rules' for writing remain just as practical and timely.
However, some reporters still struggle to turn intricate stories into comprehensible prose.
Author and writing teacher at Poynter Roy Peter Clark shared his tips for turning complex content into easy-to-read articles in this piece for Research World.
Clark said that slowing the pace of information, especially at the most tangled points in your piece, can help make your writing more comprehensible.
"Too often, the reader gets sprayed with long, complicated sentences and just can't keep up. Think of the period as a stop sign. The more stop signs, the slower the pace, which is good if you are trying to make something clear."
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