It’s not good enough to just like to write. It takes practice and dedication and commitment. I would classify myself as a “Wannabe Writer” – I like writing and I write “when I find the time” and I’ve come to realize that if I want to pursue something – feasible or not – I need to make time (not find it) and really practice writing. Whether it be stream of consciousness, a poem, or just writing down anything I happen to hear that strikes my fancy. And honestly…I’m struggling. And I need help!
My overall question is: How did you become a Wannabe into a Writer?
I know the answers are different for everyone, I am just very curious about the individual writing process.
1. They say to become a better writer you must write every day. Does it matter what you write as long as it is for X amount of time or X amount of words?
2. Between work and sleep and exercise and food – where do you make the time to write?
3. If you write novels, do you still practice short stories and poems? Or do you put 100% of your time and focus on your novel?
I want to get better at this writing thing. I’ve started a blog not so much so that people can read my work (though that is a bonus) but so I can learn from some of the people who are living the lives writing that they want to live. Any and all advice is most welcome!