Writing

[lady_karelia]

To all who write, I'm curious. Why do you write? I'm genuinely curious, and I don't want anyone to draw ideas from others' comments, so I'm screening comments for a day or two. I just want a really honest opinion. And if you don't want your comment to be seen, say so, and I won't unscreen it. I'm just really curious.

Comments

[stefdarlin.livejournal.com]

Hm, to me I think an easier question would have been: Why are you alive? LOL. But, really, I write for many reasons. However, the main reason is for myself. Because I truly get enjoyment from it. It is nice to see the ideas in my head on paper, even if they are crazy, idealism, or just plain weird. It also gives me a way to get those ideas out of my head before I forget them.

When I was younger, I wrote lots of poetry. I used it as an escape if I didn't like what was going on around me. It helped me with my feelings and emotions, and perhaps any anger issues I had. I think it would be correct to say I still do that, though I haven't written much poetry lately.

Ever since I can remember, I have always wanted to write and be a writer. But I am learning it takes more than just the desire. However, since it is something I want to do, I think it is worth striving to become better. I have learned more in the last year than I learned in my entire life. I thank you for that.

~Stef~

[lady-karelia.livejournal.com]

Poetry is something I love to read, but I've never been able to write it beyond the odd limerick or haiku, and then quite poorly. Writing fic comes somewhat easier to me.

I think we've all learned a lot since the first chapter we wrote. It's a natural thing, as in practice makes perfect, I think. ;)

Aw, thank you for your kind words! It takes quite a bit of willingness to work on improvement, and I think I do no more than pushing you in the right direction. You are the one who's doing the work. :D