Archive for September, 2009
Writing is a War
“Writing is easy”, said Arswendo Atmowiloto. At a glance, it sounds fresh in our ears, however some beginners are really half-dead to prove this theory by that famous writer. Just writing a preface stiffens hands, let alone finishing one complete article. As if we were in fight with words, sentences and ideas.
Put on Your Trousers and Write!
Many people wanting to be writers are confronted with problems either hard or light. Light problems can be like having no paper, pens, typewriter or trousers. The hard ones can be in form of a limited word stock in brain, being confused with technique, being afraid of miswriting, and wishing to be successful in a short time. Scores of mistakes are still existent and not necessarily to be mentioned. As a matter of fact, writing is easy, as stated by Arswendo Atmowiloto.
Writing Tips by Stephen King
As worldwide-known writer, Stephen King has produced many novels included in the genre of horror, thriller and mystery. Majority of his short stories have been filmed. The writer’s best seller novels make him the king or the king of horror fictions. What is the secret?.
For the writing experts, there are 1001 tips. You can take a writing course from an online school, read books, or read tips by well-known writers. This time, we serve tips by Stephen King, especially for you who are faithful to this blog.
1.Get to the main point
Don’t waste your reader’s time by presenting lengthy stories of the character’s past, the opening of long stories or funny things. Reduce the noise and talk less. King has a direct and fast technique on conflicts or tensions. Do this fast before the readers lose their temper and get rid of your works.
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