As someone who writes for a living? Really tough. But you should go for it if you want to! Absolutely. Just remember there's a reason why so many writers are alcoholics. :)
I wrote a novel in one month during National Novel Writing Month. And it was hard, and I'm not even sure it's any good. Sure it has a beginning, a middle and an end, but would anyone want to read it? Would any publisher want to take a chance on it? Doubtful.
But, am I glad I tried it? Yes. Would I give it another go? Absolutely. It's like exercise and eating right and saving money - it takes a huge amount of effort, and you have to really stick with it, but if you're prepared for that, go for it!
And to echo Willikat, my fellow writer and friend, I do like the wine... ;)
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I've been kicking this one around myself.
ReplyDeleteAs someone who writes for a living? Really tough. But you should go for it if you want to! Absolutely. Just remember there's a reason why so many writers are alcoholics. :)
ReplyDeleteI wrote a novel in one month during National Novel Writing Month. And it was hard, and I'm not even sure it's any good. Sure it has a beginning, a middle and an end, but would anyone want to read it? Would any publisher want to take a chance on it? Doubtful.
ReplyDeleteBut, am I glad I tried it? Yes. Would I give it another go? Absolutely. It's like exercise and eating right and saving money - it takes a huge amount of effort, and you have to really stick with it, but if you're prepared for that, go for it!
And to echo Willikat, my fellow writer and friend, I do like the wine... ;)
Thanks for the input ladies!!
ReplyDeletewillikat - I don't think I have a problem with alcohol consumption ;)
A. - I don't think I've got the skills to polish off a novel. More of a memoir which I may or may not decide to embellish :)
Are you serious! That's so cool. I like to write, but I've never thought I had the vision or tenacity to write a whole book.
ReplyDeleteI want to write my brother's story. Or my mom's story. Or maybe just the story of my whole damn family. But my confidence is lacking.
I wish you luck and hope you do it!