<ul><li>Common first-draft mistakes include: including too many details in stories, using parentheses unnecessarily, having paragraphs of the same length, and making bone-headed spelling errors.</li><li>When writing stories, it is important to strike a balance with the number of details, killing unnecessary parts to keep the story powerful and focused.</li><li>Avoid using parentheses excessively, as often their content can be removed without affecting the message.</li><li>Vary the length of paragraphs to avoid a monotonous wall of text, adjusting them to maintain reader engagement.</li></ul>

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