The more I learn about writing, the more I realise how little I actually know. I’ve been reading a few different things of late, not always novels as I honestly have little free time at present. What I’m reading is quite diverse and interesting none the less. Everyone writes differently, with their own unique style. I’m still discovering mine. As I edit both books I’m finding my style is changing slightly as it forms for the better.
I’m developing the skill to see, in most instances, the bits and pieces which really need to be fixed. That’s not to say the writing is the best it can be or anything like that. What I mean is with the required changes it is now at least comfortable for the reader and a whole lot less irritating. Grammatical errors annoy as they gnaw away at the reader and distract from their enjoyment of the story.
Take for instance an average movie. You got to the cinema, pay good money and leave thinking it was okay but not exactly impressed. Whenever I think or talk about movies of this calibre, it’s not the good parts I remember, it’s always the characters or the section of the plot that lost me. I certainly don’t want my writing to result in the same effect.
On the other hand how cool is it when you see an awesome movie you just love. I know I always talk up a positive movie or book to others. It’s great to discuss the positive aspects with someone else who gets it. If I could get that reaction from readers, not all of them of course because you can’t please everyone, that would be the icing on the cake.
A few days ago I decided to write a couple of short stories for a competition. I must admit it’s nice to be writing again. It’s a buzz to play out some ideas and see where they go. Not all are working or as they say have the legs but I’m enjoying the process. Creating something from nothing is a lot of fun. At least I think so!
