How to Write a Letter to a Friend

This article was co-authored by Tami Claytor and by wikiHow staff writer, Jessica Gibson. Tami Claytor is an Etiquette Coach, Image Consultant, and the Owner of Always Appropriate Image and Etiquette Consulting in New York, New York. With over 20 years of experience, Tami specializes in teaching etiquette classes to individuals, students, companies, and community organizations. Tami has spent decades studying cultures through her extensive travels across five continents and has created cultural diversity workshops to promote social justice and cross-cultural awareness. She holds a BA in Economics with a concentration in International Relations from Clark University. Tami studied at the Ophelia DeVore School of Charm and the Fashion Institute of Technology, where she earned her Image Consultant Certification.

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In the age of emails and text messages, sitting down to write a letter to a friend is a special and heartfelt way to express care for someone. They’ll cherish the thought and effort you put into it, and you’ll get the chance to reflect on your life and relationship, too. There’s just one problem — how do you know what to say in the letter? It’s easier than you think. This wikiHow will give you tips on how to begin your letter, beat writer’s block, and make it memorable.