1. Write what you know: Hinton emphasized the importance of drawing from personal experiences and understanding. She believed that authenticity and relatable characters were crucial for engaging readers. She famously wrote "The Outsiders" based on her own experiences growing up in a rough part of Oklahoma, and her books often dealt with the struggles and emotions of teenagers.
2. Don't be afraid to be yourself: Hinton encouraged young writers to embrace their own voice and style. She emphasized the importance of being true to oneself and not trying to imitate other writers. She famously said, "Write the book that you would want to read." This resonates with her own writing, which was honest, raw, and authentic, and resonated with a generation of young readers.
While Hinton may not have explicitly stated these pieces of advice, they are implied through her writings, interviews, and discussions about writing.