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But
sometimes we get too caught up in the small stuff. Because yes, it's true that
you need to work to improve your craft and yes, writing tips are absolutely
useful when you're working to improve your writing, but guys, your
greatest asset isn't in sentence structure or paragraph
length or even your ability to drive traffic to your blog--it's you.
You
are unique. No one sees the world the way you
do. No one can think or dream or write the same way you do.
And that's what makes you special. That's what makes you you.
You're
not always going to have original content, and that's ok. Truth be told,
everything under the sun has been done in one way or another. But your
worldview, your personality infused into your writing is what makes it
memorable.
Only you can match the perfect cadence of your words. Only you can
write the way you do and that is what will draw readers to you. The other stuff
is important, yes, but this one thing you must remember.
You
are your greatest asset--never forget it.
17 comments:
I know I always search up stuff such as "How to write a fantasy" and stuff but only because I guess it provides reassurance that I can copy some instructions and come out with a novel. It doesn't work that way though.
That's great advice though. Thanks!
It's still a good idea to learn about the craft and get tips there--but you're right. You can't just copy some instructions and get a great book--you need to learn about yourself and develop your writing style and skill level. Like everything else, it takes practice!
I agree. When I first turned my ms to other writers to read I noticed something bery interesting. Some of them tried to re-write it to be in their voice.
I of course ignored all such editing advice. And O hope other writers do the same. Its your story -onto stand up for it.
Of course you still need others to look over your work and give you suggestions.
What a great point! That makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside :)
Excellent point, Ave :)
Learning the craft is important, but only if a writer stays who they are inside. By the way, I loved this. "No one can think or dream like you."It is always a pleasure to read what you have to say ^.^
^_^
I like the positive message! You're so right that people only real lose when they give up.
I'm glad you enjoyed the post! It's something I thought was worth talking about. :)
Perseverance is key to any form of success. :)
So nice to see positive reinforcement for my writing. I feel fulfilled when I write, no matter what it is or what kind of feedback I receive (if any). Thank you for reminding us to just be ourselves.
You're very welcome! It's something that's easy to forget.
Thanks for the ego boost. I was imagining you were talking directly to me LOL
I'm talking directly to each and every one of you. :)
You always make me feel better about myself and my blogging/writing Ava. Thanks and keep rocking the blogosphere!!!
You're so welcome, Lyn! I love to encourage. :)
Absolutely correct post, and I totally agree with this. I think the best piece of advice for writers isn't to do with any of that stuff, as you point out. Of course that has importance too, and that's why so many bloggers and writers of articles dispense it. But the main thing is just to be confident in who you are, how you write and what you write, because ultimately that's the reason people are reading your fiction. Not for your paragraph length, not the way your sentences are short and snappy or long and eloquent: they're reading for your voice. And sometimes we lose sight of that.
Craft is always important, but in the end if you want to be remembered you need to learn how to truly release yourself on the page. Your unique voice is what will make you memorable.
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