|
Author: Rob Parnell Article source: http://www.fictionfactor.com/. Used with author's permission.
The urge to write fiction seems God given for some, a learned skill for others.
One thing is certain - it requires practice and a particular mindset. But, if you're a beginner, where do you start?
The following 10 tips will help kick-start your writing habit, whether you're a complete novice, or perhaps a pro who has lost their way!
1. Step Away From the Car, Sir.
Slightly detach yourself from your surroundings. Stop participating and begin observing. In social situations, watch people, see how they act and - more importantly - interact.
Don't pass judgment. Take it all in - and draw on it later when you write.
2. Look Harder, Homer
Stop and look around you. Consciously notice the buildings, what's underfoot, overhead, and what's right in front of you.
At home, look at something you take for granted. An iron, for instance. Find yours and study it.
3. Write Thinking Will Be Rewarded.
A simple technique. Your mother is making tea and you are chatting to her. Take a mental step back and describe the scene.
Similarly, when you're outside, describe your environment as though you were writing it down.
4. What Reasons Do You Need?
Don't wait for inspiration - just write!
Force yourself to write anything at all. A shopping list. An overheard conversation. Describe your bedroom.
It doesn't matter how personal it is, or how trivial, just get it down!
5. Wakey Wakey!
Set your alarm clock for an hour earlier than normal.
When the alarm goes off, get up. Don't dress, bathe or eat. Don't even make coffee. Just stagger to your writing space and write the first thing that comes into your head for five minutes.
6. Oh God - Not That!
Think of the most awful and embarrassing thing you've ever done - the more cringe-worthy the better. Now write about it. All of it, in all its gory, horrible detail.
Then hide it away for a year or so before you read it again!
7. Like Your Style, Baby.
Don't limit yourself. Write poems, songs, dialogue, fact, fiction, even practice writing advertising copy or horoscopes.
Your expertise improves in all areas - an improvement in one area can reap benefits in another.
8. The Sincerest Flattery
Take out a classic book from your bookcase. Copy out a paragraph. Think about the words as you write them. Don't get intimidated!
9. Wanna See My Invention?
When you're not writing, string together stories in your mind. Think of plots, characters, settings, dénouements.
Ask yourself what you should do next to improve your writing.
Develop this technique into a habit.
10. It's A Goal!
When you start writing regularly, set yourself small goals. Anything from 200 words a day, or just a commitment to writing in your diary.
Later extend to finishing a short story, or an article or a poem. Perhaps one in a week.
The trick is to set goals you can achieve easily.
That way you'll get the writing habit - and you won't forget to enjoy it! About The Author
Rob Parnell is founder of the Easy Way to Write, a young Internet company committed to giving excellent writing resources to novice and seasoned writers. For free writing lessons and much more visit: http://easywaytowrite.com
rob@easywaytowrite.com
Contemplating Selling Your Cell Tower Lease For A Lump Sum?
Within the last few years, a number of companies have started buying the income rights to cell tower leases in return for a lump sum payment. Here's how to de...
Tourism Internet Marketing and the Power of Home Page
Home Page is always the most important page of any website. Your Home Page shows your professional essence, the appealing image of your product or services, you...
Business Joint Ventures On The Net!
Do you own a profitable online business? Are you wondering what's next? Consider then, the many benefits a business joint venture can provide you.
Guidelines for Rehearsal Criticism
This article provides suggested guidelines for presentation criticism. While rehearsing a presentation is a good idea, it becomes that much better when gaining...
Money Mule Email Scam Hits U.S.
Job offer scam sent in email can lead to huge liability and legal troubles for honest people
Profile of Women Leaders
I presented the latest results of researching related to women leaders and their position in the business world,i.e. how does people look at ( divided into sex,...
Las Vegas Comps and Online Comps
Las Vegas comps or casino bonus extras from an online casino are the best way to get free rewards just for playing. Las Vegas casino comps can get you free room...
What ARE the Secrets of the Millionaire Mind?
Becoming a millionaire is not just a matter of book smarts. There is a psychology of wealth. The subconscious beliefs we have about money, wealth and success de...
Grout & Tile Cleaning For Toronto, Ontario, Canada!
Are your tiles looking old and worn out? Overtime the grout between your tiles will collect food, dirt, dust, and other particles flying around in your home. Le...
The 7 Phases of Change
The process of losing weight requires change; in lifestyle, routines, and habitual choices. One of the primary reasons you've fail when attempting to lose weig...
Seven Costly Mistakes Businesses Make When Buying Telephone Equipment
Do you have telephone equipment in your office that either isn't what you really need or that you don't have any idea how to use? How many features do you and y...
Find a Methodology and Minimize Investment Madness
There are many reasons to be investing these days, and too much opportunity to not have your money working for you. However, I believe the majority of people d...
The Secret to Good Writing
We've all been taught that writing well means using big words and complicated sentences. In this article, we look at the right way to talk to a business audien...
Dating Strategies and Tactics
To find a long term relationship, you must go after
it. It probably isn't going to fall into your lap.
Mall Protection
How secure are we?
Motorola Cellular Phone
Motorola has a great selection of phones and by acquiring a Motorola cellular phone you are getting yourself one of the best and technologically advanced cellul...
What is Hacking? Are You a Hacker?
The true nature of so called "computer crime", its not all bad, most real computer security innovations are the direct result of "hackish" activities!
Make Money Online With Affiliate Programs
Learn how to make money online with affiliate programs.
The Thick Line Between Buddy and Boss
I have made just about every business blunder you can imagine. I am like the Evel Knievel of the small business world, if Evel Knievel wrote a weekly column on ...
MLM Training - The MLM Success Secret of Results Vs. Method People
Are you a results person or a method person? Your Success will depend on it! Read on!
Realize Your Book Dream In 2005!
If you haven't realized the success you wanted last year, here's a way to reap the harvest with 86% improvement! Important goals need to be put at the top of yo...
For Entrepreneurs A SIMPLE Plan May Be Best
Let me give you a quick overview of a few of the retirement plans available to small businesses so you at least have an idea of what's out there before you star...
Mid Life Crisis, Life Transitions, & Ontological Coaching
Performance improvement can be characterized by a simple process of observation. In the process one typically observes an action, the results are assessed, a de...
Self Publishing Era: Digital Publishing Tears Down Walls
With the advent of digital publishing, traditional publishers are forced to reorganize and take this new threat seriously.
|
Print this page