Reading vs. Writing
I've been reading a lot, spending time dedicated to writing by pursuing reading favorite authors. As well, I've been reading books by new authors and trying to analyze why that book sold. Sometimes I haven't a clue, frankly, other than perhaps the editor was in an unusually optimistic or cheerful mood the day that book was contracted. Other times, I identify an element that propels me forward in the book, turning pages when I know I should stop and do a load of laundry, start supper, or go to sleep. Those are the books I think about, wondering how to craft mine with that degree of reader involvement.
Coming up with story ideas is easy. Implementing them into a finished manuscript takes planning and perseverance. Achieving a completed work which entices that most important reader--the editor--requires magic. My magic wand is beside the computer monitor. Hmmm, I hope my supply of fairy dust is sufficient.
Coming up with story ideas is easy. Implementing them into a finished manuscript takes planning and perseverance. Achieving a completed work which entices that most important reader--the editor--requires magic. My magic wand is beside the computer monitor. Hmmm, I hope my supply of fairy dust is sufficient.
posted by Caroline Clemmons @ 10:30 AM
3 Comments:
At 8:29 PM,
Sandy J said…
I hear that, Caroline! And I can only hope that one day, I will be able to also write stories like the ones that have weaved a spell around me.
At 7:52 AM,
Nienke Hinton said…
Blow a little fairy dust my way! I find it incredible how many books are written so poorly, I think I can do better. But, then my fear of being able to do it sets in. I suppose I should hold off all judgement till I finish my first novel!
At 11:42 PM,
Jeanmarie Hamilton said…
Caroline,
Well said. I could use some of that magic dust. Save some for me. Better yet, bring it by my blog.:-)
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