Hector should first start reading more so as to get acquainted with various styles of writing and ultimately find one he is the most comfortable with. Then he should write more and more, practice a lot because only through practice will he be able to improve. He might ask his friends to help him, or write to a writer for help, gather information and advice on writing, and ultimately, develop his own techniques and improve his writing.
What is the book or excerpt?
I'm pretty sure that the answer is A. That he cares too much about his appearance
