Enhancing writing skills July 5, 2021 Many of my readers have been pretty keen on publishing their writings. They send their pieces to me for publications, and I feel sorry telling them that I have no influence on my editor to get their writings published. Then there are requests to give them feedback on their compositions. Some have even sent me their MPhil or doctoral theses for advice and editing. For a columnist – or any writer, for that matter – it is a hard task to refuse such requests; so, most such emails go unacknowledged. There is also a burning desire in our youth to compose poetry in English or write short stories and novels. It becomes challenging to tell them that their attempts are still unripe, and it will take a long time before they can produce something worth appreciation. Many readers consider such comments as discouraging and unhelpful.