i want to be a writer? how can i do that?

Question

am egyptian guy and i want to be a famous writer, i have ideas of comics and drama and all kinds of novels but i don't know how to use my talent in my country special i am in collage and studying mangement information system, yeah i like the field i study but i want to use my writng talents too, how can i do that?

Answer 1

I would recommend reading as many books as possible in the genres that you like to write, as well as about the craft of writing. When you are reading other fiction books, pay attention to how the authors structure their work.

Here are some of my favorites about writing:
1) "Writing Down The Bones" by Natalie Goldberg
2) "Bird by Bird" by Anne Lamott
3) "On Writing Well" by William Zinsser
4) "How to Write Science Fiction & Fantasy" by Orson Scott Card
5) "On Writing" by Stephen King
6) "No Plot? No Problem!" by Chris Baty
7) "Eats, Shoots, and Leaves" by Lynne Truss
8) "The Elements of Style" by Strunk and White

Also, take a look at a few websites where authors gather. Some of them have very helpful articles and forums. Holly Lisle has a fantastic website that has articles on both the business and writing aspects, including an excellent article on worldbuilding that I highly suggest for any fantasy writer:
http://hollylisle.com/fm/

Forward Motion is a wonderful, helpful community:
http://www.fmwriters.com/

Absolute Write is one of my favorite author communities, with a vast pool of resources and helpful people:
http://www.absolutewrite.com

Write every single day. Set a target for yourself. For instance, my goal right now is to write 1,000 words a day. I get this done before I go on the internet, read, watch TV, or goof around. To begin, maybe set an easier goal for yourself-- try 250 words each day. Write in a journal as well, if you feel so inclined!

When you get ideas, find a way to record them as well. I have a spiral notebook that I keep just for that purpose. This way, when I want to begin a new project I can read through my notes and find just the right idea!

Also, never forget how important it is to edit and rewrite! When you finish a short story or novel, I suggest setting it aside for a month. Don't look at it or think about it (if you can help it). Work on another project. Once that time has passed, go back and read what you wrote. Try to be objective-- are there parts that need to be expanded? Cut out? Rewritten? How is the grammar and spelling? Editing could (and should) take more time than the original draft!

The ideas really have to come from within you. We can give you all the ideas in the world, but if you aren't passionate about it then the novel won't end up being any good IF you even finish it. Write about what you love. The rest will come!

Answer 2

The best advice I can give is that you practice your writing. Just write down the ideas you get, try to turn them into a story and work on it. I don't know how things work in your country, but maybe you can do a little research on how you can get a work published there once it's finished. It doesn't matter what field your studying for; you can still write. I'm studying for graphic design, but I'm also working on a novel. Practice makes perfect; practice your writing, do some research and keep moving. Good luck.

Answer 3

Sit down & write. Lots. Everyday. Put your ideas on paper and adjust them until they work. Write down every idea, so you can come back to them & lose nothing. I carry a notebook for that.
I've been told it can be good to join a group so they can help critique & polish your work--I took a creative writing course in college. See how other authors have done things--you don't have to copy them, in fact you shouldn't copy them too closely, but it might give you some help.
Check out the Writers' Market--it's a big book full of publishers and writing tips, including info on finding agents; they may have an online presence. If there's no markets where you live that would interested in your stuff, then send it abroad to where it would be appreciated. (You may have to check how international pay & taxes work, tho)

Answer 4

Just write down your ideas as you think of them. You don't even have to worry about whether they're any good or not, just remember you can always revise if you don't like it. You can even check out these free tutorials: http://elfwood.lysator.liu.se/farp/writing.html They may be useful even if you're not a fantasy writer. When you feel ready to publish, pick up a recent edition of "Writer's Market." It has a list of publishers, what they're looking for, and tips on getting published. And don't be discouraged by rejection slips, even writers like Doctor Seuss and Stephen King got them at first.

Answer 5

Read Stephen King's autobiography! He gives tips and guidelines for writing!

Answer 6

Simple. Write. Write. And write more. Then edit, edit, and edit more. Then query, query and query more. The rest could be silence though!

Answer 7

easy.
just write.
write as much as you can.
show it to publishers.
get oppinions.
ask the right people, to publish your stuff.
and....get an good agent.
but first: write as lot as you can. practice is the key, and persistance.

Answer 8

If you write everyday you can improve your writing skills and then you can work for a writing company.