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Dear Reader,
Feel free to ask...
You're really on your own when you write, but it sure does help when you have friends who are cheerleading for you in the stands. I can't give you a secret writing formula, but this week, in my column, I'm happy to answer writing questions from readers. I won't be able to answer everyone personally, but I'll publish some questions and answers each day. You can reach me at: Suzanne@emailbookclub.com
Today's Question:
"I want to write a novel, but I'm not really sure how to go about making my ideas into a book. I have a basic idea for the plot. Do I make an outline and work off that, or do I just write and let the flow of my words lead me?"--Anne M.
(Suzanne replies:)
Anne, I'm a non-fiction writer, but I asked one of my friends, who has published several novels, for advice. My friend said she never actually writes out an outline, instead she creates the outline in her mind. Lucky for her, the only way she can really let her creative mind wander, is to think about the characters in her book while she's shopping for shoes. (I really need to consider writing fiction. I love shoe shopping!) At the start of every book, my friend shops for a new pair of shoes. When she finds the perfect pair, she wears them while she's writing for at least the first week. She never does put an outline down on paper. But remember, every author has their own method of writing, and you'll discover yours. My advice is to begin, anywhere. It doesn't have to be at the beginning. If you want to write a book, the first thing you need to do, is to start writing. Have fun.
If you have a writing question, email it to: Suzanne@emailbookclub.com
Thanks for reading with me. It's so good to read with friends.
Suzanne Beecher
Suzanne@DearReader.com
http://www.muffinsandmayhem.com/
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