Comments on: Writerly things

By: Kristan

Kristan — Fri, 21 May 2010 14:54:56 +0000

Meghan-
Lol I’ll think about it. But only because you used “<3". :P

Carrie-
LOL. So true, so true.

By: Carrie Harris

Carrie Harris — Fri, 21 May 2010 13:56:25 +0000

Could not agree with the Lee quote more. Whenever people ask for writing advice, one of the first things I say is to figure out what your goal is. “I love to write” is different from “I want to be a professional writer.” To the first, I say, “Then have fun!” To the second? I suggest therapy. :)
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By: Meghan

Meghan — Thu, 20 May 2010 18:50:10 +0000

PLEASE make this a weekly column! I <3 it. :)

By: Lee

Lee — Thu, 20 May 2010 16:07:57 +0000

Much thanks for the link, and for putting me with such good company. .-= • Recent post by Lee: Running Through Writing’s Solar System =-.

By: Emily Jane

Emily Jane — Thu, 20 May 2010 13:10:19 +0000

Great quotes! I find I struggle most with plot, too – I can write 10 pages describing a scene but can I write what actually happens in it? Nope!
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By: Jon

Jon — Thu, 20 May 2010 05:38:06 +0000

Great quotes. Agreed with Todd. Writers thrive on that us vs. them mentality, but most writers today (even the professionals) have lives and hold down jobs anyway–and then write. Think about T.S. Eliot, the man worked pretty much until he died.

But nevertheless I like the quote. Writing is a lot like running. Anyone can do it. Few put in the time and commitment to do it well.

By: Liz Czukas

Liz Czukas — Thu, 20 May 2010 03:24:10 +0000

OMG, I think Gemma Burgess might have to be my new best friend.

I’m off to read the rest of the interview. Thanks for brining this to my attention, Kristan. I can always count on you to give me a case of the thinks before bed.

- Liz
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By: Kristan

Kristan — Wed, 19 May 2010 23:55:39 +0000

Kimberly-
“It sucks, but in the end the story will be much better for it.” Precisely! We suffer for our art. :P

Sarah-
Oh man, Andy doesn’t even let me in the kitchen, that’s how dangerous a “cook” I am. And I occasionally sing in public, but I know I shouldn’t.

By: Sarah

Sarah — Wed, 19 May 2010 19:19:34 +0000

I love writerly wednesdays…but no pressure to commit. ;) “Most people who write, write like I run.” hehe. That’s a great line. I would like to agree with the mentality that “anyone can cook” (you know, even a rat), but somehow I don’t. Some people just don’t “get” it. Everyone can sing, but that doesn’t mean they should do so in public.
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By: Kimberly Franklin

Kimberly Franklin — Wed, 19 May 2010 18:55:06 +0000

I definitely agree with Gemma’s statement. Plots are my biggest weakness, and I’m having to do a LOT of extra work right now trying to build up my plot. It sucks, but in the end the story will be much better for it. :)