Was thinking of writing a book, but not sure what sort of story I should tell. Any thoughts?
2007-01-20 20:38:24 · 16 answers · asked by drcswalker 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
You should tell a story about something that you are passionate about. Write about things you know and love. If you don't have an interest in your story, I can almost guarantee you won't finish writing it. And if you managed to get it done, it won't be nearly as compelling as if you write about something you are interested in.
Don't worry about making it a best seller just yet-- that's one of the biggest downfalls for a writer. The editing process is where you make your story shine, just worry about getting it down on paper yet. Most published authors will tell you that their first drafts are not great prose! Anne Lamott writes about it very eloquently in her book "Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life", which I would highly recommend to any new writers.
Have fun with your story!
2007-01-21 01:42:33 · answer #1 · answered by Obi_San 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have to ask, you'll never know. People in the industry told J K Rowling that she'd never make any money with her book, shows what they know. Write what you fancy, worked for Stephen King. Oh and I recommend his book, On Writing, it's got lots of good tips.
2007-01-21 01:39:39 · answer #2 · answered by Princess Paradox 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey madam, better visit the site through google: How to write a novel by author Kilian. first, know basic of writing , that is know about novel on crime, fantasy, mystery, romance, history, children. The go to site on Begiining, middle and end of novel writing. Unless you know these elements, you wont be able to wirte a good novel. To wrte novel is easy but to write good novel is hard. good luck! Story line, you will be guided thereat.
2007-01-20 20:51:10 · answer #3 · answered by wilma m 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That answer about JK Rowling, she in fact struggled to become published because there isn't much money in childrens books and thats correct. Just because she's 1 in 2 million who was successful doesn't mean that view should change!
2007-01-24 10:06:11 · answer #4 · answered by Mclaren 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about a book about a guy who steals an idea for a book from someone else?
2007-01-20 21:55:13 · answer #5 · answered by Last Ent Wife (RCIA) 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
stick to a subject you know about or have definate views on and why not try writting short stories first their often easier and less daunting to do and if you get a good one you can always expand on the story but good luck
2007-01-20 20:57:16 · answer #6 · answered by dottydog 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
How about: Where would I be now if I know how to start writing?
2007-01-24 03:05:19 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sex sells everything...so make sure it contains plenty of it.
Personally it don't do it for me... give me a good non fiction book anytime
2007-01-20 20:51:12 · answer #8 · answered by Superspark 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
write a story about a woman serial killer
2007-01-24 13:23:37 · answer #9 · answered by LENA 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask ms rowling for permission to take ideas fr her books.she;s a best selling author.
2007-01-21 00:17:36 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋