Just saw this and thought I'd pass it on. Elmore Leonard's 10 rules of writing got this started, but the wide range of authors chosen to contribute to the exercise demonstrate that there are many many legitimate ways to approach writing, and to get the job done!
http://www.brainpickings.org/index.php/2013/05/03/advice-on-writing/
Respected Authors divulge 'rules for writing'
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