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Is it normal to read a book and forget?
Yes, it is common to forget stuff that does not “hook” with something you aleady know. Adults learn by association, not rote. If you want to remember the important points, or if you are studying, take notes.
Do authors like their own work?
It’s more common than you think. From those authors who read back a whole project and despise it to those who cringe at a few choice phrases, hating your own work is definitely normal.
We know from countless studies of writers at work that professional writers may revise a document twenty, thirty, even fifty times before submitting it for publication. Many writers rely on revision to generate their most creative ideas, to find the best form for a document.
Do writers rewrite?
Some writers love writing the first draft, some prefer rewriting and editing. Whichever one you are, I hope you enjoy what these 20 famous author had to say about the process of rewriting. If you have just finished writing, read this: 6 Things To Do When You Finish Your Book.
Why don’t people write more fiction anymore?
People today have many commitments and the world offers many distractions. Once a commitment to writing is made it can be a long time before a person starts writing anything of quality and, as a consequence, young writers often spend years escaping into other people’s fiction in lieu of writing themselves.
How many short stories should every young writer read?
Short stories are excellent classrooms because they are confined. Their chalkboards are easily filled in an hour. Thus, the following is a list of ten short stories every young writer should read, chosen not just because they are famous and important and brilliant, etc., etc., but because they clearly display a master’s technique.
Do people who don’t write write?
It ought to go without saying, but sometimes folks need a reminder: It doesn’t matter how much material you’ve gathered if you don’t actually sit down and WRITE. Writers write. People who don’t write aren’t writers. It’s that simple.
How do I find readers for my writing?
You can do this in person, or by checking out forums/threads/online spaces where these people naturally congregate. Read the comments people leave on your and other writers’ works. They will tell you what readers are interested in and what questions they have.