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 about 1 year 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 about 1 year ago
And the knife.. err, turnip twists
seanfear about 1 year ago
but… does “fun” pay the bills? I doubt it
some idiot from R'lyeh Premium Member about 1 year ago
For some it’s a gift, others have to wrest it away.
LeftCoastKen Premium Member about 1 year ago
Will the pruning become alarming first, or will the hot water run out first? Tune in tomorrow to find out…
cdward about 1 year 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 about 1 year 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 about 1 year ago
Maybe if she joined you there,Adam,it might become “fun”?
Potamus about 1 year 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 about 1 year ago
Adam seems confused. Hopefully loppers will not be involved.
MuddyUSA Premium Member about 1 year ago
That is Adam’s problem for Adam….he needs more fun!
ChessPirate about 1 year 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 about 1 year 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 about 1 year ago
“That water costs money!”
ladykat about 1 year ago
Fun.
royq27 about 1 year ago
I had a Professor who published 4-5 books a year, both academic and other. It really annoyed me…
Frank Burns Eats Worms about 1 year ago
It looks like Adam is plum out of luck, plum out of ideas, and plum out of his mind.
raybarb44 about 1 year 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 about 1 year 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 about 1 year 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 about 1 year ago
There’s a difference ‘have to’ do something and ‘like to’ do something.
tammyspeakslife Premium Member about 1 year ago
Everyone’s process is different.
KEA about 1 year ago
Like many professions… writing should be something you “have to do”. If you don’t have to, consider something else.
Ukko wilko about 1 year 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 about 1 year ago
Fun, fun, fun, ’til her daddy takes the T-bird away