I write backwards sometimes while writing the Bolt Chronicles(Bolt is a superhero I created on DeviantArt.com). It sometimes makes it easier to plot each story.
It was fun for me until I realized I’m wholly inept at believable characterization and “Show rather than tell.” I can map out a story’s plot; I can’t make the dialogue and other personal interactions convincing.
All the great literature of days gone by was written with a quill pen and Indian and/or squid ink and no whiteout. Imagine the process of making corrections.
There are two different types of writings here. Adam has to write as his professional workand income for the family, usually some contracted work. Writing a novel is entirely different. There are few contracts or deadlines for the novice writer who writes for fun. Good luck my friend. Enjoy your shower…..
Work can be fun. I owned my company for 30 years and enjoyed the interaction with my clients, employees and vendors. I’ve since sold the company and retired but still look fondly on those days!
diazch408 9 months ago
I write backwards sometimes while writing the Bolt Chronicles(Bolt is a superhero I created on DeviantArt.com). It sometimes makes it easier to plot each story.
C 9 months ago
And the knife.. err, turnip twists
seanfear 9 months ago
but… does “fun” pay the bills? I doubt it
some idiot from R'lyeh Premium Member 9 months ago
For some it’s a gift, others have to wrest it away.
LeftCoastKen Premium Member 9 months ago
Will the pruning become alarming first, or will the hot water run out first? Tune in tomorrow to find out…
cdward 9 months ago
I’m with Laura on this one. Most of the time it’s just plain fun. Even when it’s not, it is a compulsion.
DHBirr 9 months ago
It was fun for me until I realized I’m wholly inept at believable characterization and “Show rather than tell.” I can map out a story’s plot; I can’t make the dialogue and other personal interactions convincing.
Willywise52 Premium Member 9 months ago
Maybe if she joined you there,Adam,it might become “fun”?
Potamus 9 months ago
My pre-coffee eyes didn’t see the P in weep the first read, and I think I prefer that as the punchline…
“I’m going to go wee in the shower until my pruning gets alarming.”
nosirrom 9 months ago
Adam seems confused. Hopefully loppers will not be involved.
MuddyUSA Premium Member 9 months ago
That is Adam’s problem for Adam….he needs more fun!
ChessPirate 9 months ago
I have had many frustrating, maddening moments in my Projects, but the wonderful feeling when you finally get past a knotty problem is well worth it…
Sir Isaac 9 months ago
All the great literature of days gone by was written with a quill pen and Indian and/or squid ink and no whiteout. Imagine the process of making corrections.
FassEddie 9 months ago
“That water costs money!”
ladykat 9 months ago
Fun.
royq27 9 months ago
I had a Professor who published 4-5 books a year, both academic and other. It really annoyed me…
Frank Burns Eats Worms 9 months ago
It looks like Adam is plum out of luck, plum out of ideas, and plum out of his mind.
raybarb44 9 months ago
There are two different types of writings here. Adam has to write as his professional workand income for the family, usually some contracted work. Writing a novel is entirely different. There are few contracts or deadlines for the novice writer who writes for fun. Good luck my friend. Enjoy your shower…..
vaughnrl2003 Premium Member 9 months ago
I think Adam needs a side gig that pays. Apparently, his job is not making him “happy”. …I suppose that’s the norm, really.
jerry 9 months ago
Work can be fun. I owned my company for 30 years and enjoyed the interaction with my clients, employees and vendors. I’ve since sold the company and retired but still look fondly on those days!
cuzinron47 9 months ago
There’s a difference ‘have to’ do something and ‘like to’ do something.
tammyspeakslife Premium Member 9 months ago
Everyone’s process is different.
KEA 9 months ago
Like many professions… writing should be something you “have to do”. If you don’t have to, consider something else.
Ukko wilko 9 months ago
I knew a fellow who was a master at creating “sayings”. One of my favorites was,“It’s hard to beat fun for a good time”.
C 9 months ago
Fun, fun, fun, ’til her daddy takes the T-bird away