Just a Few Conclusions
3 tips on writing4 total reviews
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
An eloquent and well considered post which I enjoyed reading. I'm not really a story-writer myself but write stories in verses. So much of this is still relatable, particularly when you have an idea and then hang on to it rather than dump it because it simply doesn't fit. The more you agonise over it, the worse it becomes and sacrifice (whether it be whole paragraphs or stanzas) is the only answer. We should never be unduly precious over anything creative. It's only words on a page after all.
Well done and good luck! Debbie
the best words he has ever w(ri)tten have come and gone in a flash
I have no idea what (I) am doing
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An eloquent and well considered post which I enjoyed reading. I'm not really a story-writer myself but write stories in verses. So much of this is still relatable, particularly when you have an idea and then hang on to it rather than dump it because it simply doesn't fit. The more you agonise over it, the worse it becomes and sacrifice (whether it be whole paragraphs or stanzas) is the only answer. We should never be unduly precious over anything creative. It's only words on a page after all.
Well done and good luck! Debbie
the best words he has ever w(ri)tten have come and gone in a flash
I have no idea what (I) am doing
Comment Written 20-Aug-2024
Comment from Aiona
Oh my! Yes, that was a wealth of information in just three bullet points. I don't know about the second point, but I really really really love the first one. I'm going to take that to heart. That third bullet point was also one I need to absorb. I think it was a film editor who got angry at me constantly nagging him about "it needs more butterfly." He snapped at me and asked, "Do you know what's better than perfect?" I said meekly, "I dunno." He yelled, "DONE!" LOL! He was very blunt, but he made his point, just as you did with this really well done essay. I saw no typos.
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Oh my! Yes, that was a wealth of information in just three bullet points. I don't know about the second point, but I really really really love the first one. I'm going to take that to heart. That third bullet point was also one I need to absorb. I think it was a film editor who got angry at me constantly nagging him about "it needs more butterfly." He snapped at me and asked, "Do you know what's better than perfect?" I said meekly, "I dunno." He yelled, "DONE!" LOL! He was very blunt, but he made his point, just as you did with this really well done essay. I saw no typos.
Comment Written 19-Aug-2024
Comment from Patty Mazzurco
This piece reads as an honest, reflective meditation on writing, filled with personal insights and anecdotes that make it engaging and relatable. Your informal tone makes the reader feel like they're having a conversation with you, which is a great way to draw them in. The references to famous writers like Hemingway and John Irving add credibility to your reflections, and your admiration for their work shines through, particularly in your discussion of A Prayer for Owen Meany. This demonstrates a deep respect for the craft and a genuine love for storytelling.
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This piece reads as an honest, reflective meditation on writing, filled with personal insights and anecdotes that make it engaging and relatable. Your informal tone makes the reader feel like they're having a conversation with you, which is a great way to draw them in. The references to famous writers like Hemingway and John Irving add credibility to your reflections, and your admiration for their work shines through, particularly in your discussion of A Prayer for Owen Meany. This demonstrates a deep respect for the craft and a genuine love for storytelling.
Comment Written 16-Aug-2024
Comment from zanya
Simply love this meditation, shall I call it on writing and written from the heart, it would appear, having been burnished in that fire of creativity that is writing. Final 3 lines of para 3 are inspired! and the final paragraph is simply honesty laid bare. Hurrah for candour! So glad I have one 6 left for this!
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Simply love this meditation, shall I call it on writing and written from the heart, it would appear, having been burnished in that fire of creativity that is writing. Final 3 lines of para 3 are inspired! and the final paragraph is simply honesty laid bare. Hurrah for candour! So glad I have one 6 left for this!
Comment Written 16-Aug-2024