Many people today want to be a
writer, but were to start? Do you start with fiction, non-fiction, or poetry?
Here’s a better question…what kind of writing? Well today I am going to give
you all some tips on how to be an effective creative writer. This blog will
contain a couple of tips and tricks that I use, that really help make my writing
more dynamic and vibrant, and hopefully it will do the same for you.
The
very first thing that I do before I write is find motivation. So, first tip for
you guys is find motivation. Find that muse that can make you write for what
seems like an eternity. Remember, motivation can come from anywhere, whether it’s
taking a walk threw the woods, or finding a place to sit and watch people walk
by, or maybe you find some inspiration in a movie, or a piece of art. Whatever
it is, find inspiration before you write, readers can always tell when your
writing seems dull and uninspired.
Next
piece of advice for you guys is put a little bit of yourself in the work. Don’t
just write something because you feel like you have to. Do it because you want
to, and don’t be afraid to put a little bit of yourself into your writing. Give
a little piece of your heart or soul to your audience. Not only will it make
your writing seem more genuine, it will make your writing even more powerful
and will keep readers coming back.
Third
tip, detail…detail…detail. Like they say the devil is in the detail. Make sure
you completely describe the action taking place and make sure to describe the
scene as clearly as possible. Many writers today fell like they don’t know how
to give that detail, or they feel like they are over doing it with there
description. Here is a very easy and simple way to do it, use adjectives. As a
creative writer adjectives are your friends, don’t be afraid to use them to
help you. Also think of the scene as a painting. Either they detail on the
painting will be clear or it will cloudy, a good artist can make the painting
clear and easy to see, as a writer you want to paint that mental image in the
readers head, and you want to make it as sharp and crisp as possible. Also try
to stay away from the past tense as much as possible. Unless you are using a
flashback, try to use those action verbs.
Finally
guys, just have some fun. That is by far one of the most important things to
remember when writing. If you’re not having fun, than you are not doing it
right. Having fun is what will keep you from pulling your hair out, and having
those long nights of pacing across the floor yelling at your blank word
document to put some words one the screen. So remember have fun and try to keep
a clear mind.
Well
guys I hope this has been helpful. Remember those tips I gave you guys and you
should be fine. Remember, find motivation, put a little bit of your self in the
work, detail…detail...detail, and finally have fun. I hope that these tips help
you guys create some really unique and enjoyable pieces for the future. I know
for me they help a lot and hopefully I can write some more blogs for you guys
in the future. Thanks and good luck on your writing.
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