2007-02-26 02:59:05 · 8 answers · asked by nanu a 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
You are a writer!
If you mean, can you do it professionally, be aware that there are very few people who make a living exclusively by writing. However it is possible. Keep working on your storytelling abilities (as well as your grammar!)
I would suggest starting by reading as much as possible, both in the genre(s) you plan on writing, and books that cover different aspects of writing and grammar. My personal favorite books on writing include:
1) "On Writing Well" by William Zinsser-- This is an excellent reference for any kind of writing. It will make your emails, essays, stories, and other writing clearer. I recommend this to everyone who wants to improve their writing skills.
2) "Bird By Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life" by Anne Lamott-- This is slightly more geared towards fiction writing, but can be helpful when you are attacking ANY large project in your life. Definitely a must for creative writers, students, or people who are looking for an entertaining book on writing.
3) "Writing Down the Bones" by Natalie Goldberg. This definitely targets creative writing, and focuses on the practice of writing. I write a lot of poetry and am working on a novel, and this is incredibly motivational to me. Practicing your writing every day will help teach you how to put those ideas together.
4) "On Writing" by Stephen King. This really contains two different stories-- one that is his life, and another which is lessons to writers.
Just to name a few, that is!
As for the writing itself, you just have to sit down and do it. I'd suggest picking a topic that you are passionate about instead of worrying about what others might like to read. Write something you love, and don't worry about the writing being of a high quality the first time around. Editting is the time when you will make everything sparkle-- for now, just get your story down on paper, no matter how rough your draft!
Good luck!
2007-02-26 03:03:30 · answer #1 · answered by Obi_San 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if you wrote your own stories, then yeah, as others said, you already are a writer. You can do anything that you put your mind to. I say, if you really like writing, keep doing it, and maybe one day you will have a chance to publish something. Can't wait for it to come out! Good Luck. =D
2007-02-26 11:11:29 · answer #2 · answered by (: 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you write many stories you are a writer.
2007-02-26 11:02:22 · answer #3 · answered by nostromobb 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You're a writer now.
What it is you want to be is a published writer and that's just a matter of talent and hard work.
2007-02-27 05:42:47 · answer #4 · answered by Dan A 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure. Everyone needs a dream.
I say go for it!
Share a story!
Good luck.
2007-02-26 11:03:42 · answer #5 · answered by lost 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yeah if they are interesting.
2007-02-26 11:14:26 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not , if you are talented
2007-02-26 11:02:25 · answer #7 · answered by Maria 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you already are
2007-02-26 11:01:51 · answer #8 · answered by Jennifer M 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋