How Do You Approach Your Writing?
With determination and creative anticipation.
The authority and skill of a writer does not come through flash or a slipshod approach. This kind of writing does make it into print, especially now that self-publishing is easy. However, good writing comes from hard work and perseverance. An adept writer dedicates the time and years to perfect the craft, thereby, developing the ability to hold the reader through proficient manipulation of the language. Each word must earn its right to be included, or it is cut from the text. This is what I do.
Each day when I sit down to create, my goal is to write a well-crafted, entertaining story. Working with cautious clarity I present my stories in unique ways which transcend a specific genre. My guide is my inner muse. I write what needs to be included. The results are poignant. Why do I write...because I must. Otherwise, it would be a violation of who I am. I am always, always true to myself.
What is your genre?
In some ways my work fits between the cracks. I develop characters in a manner reminiscent of literary fiction. I utilize elements of general fiction, magical realism, visionary fiction, the metaphysical, alternative beliefs and New Age. I explore love, romance, beliefs, war, death, hostility, sexual relationships, violation of people's rights, environmental issues, etc.. I am ever evolving.
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