What I Have Learned So Far

Writing is tough. I'm serious; writing is challenging work. I thought when I first set out to write books that it would be fairly easy. I would think of a story, type it up, use my spell check, and then sell it for thousands of dollars and move on to the next story.

I did not know that writing would require me to expand and improve my skill set, and to mature some previously underdeveloped traits. The following is a list of the things I have learned so far.

1. Proper sentence structure is important. There is a right way and a wrong way to construct a sentence. Poor sentence structure can detract from a good story.

2. Discipline is required. Discipline=activity, exercise, or regimen that develops or improves a skill. Writers write. If I want to improve my writing skills I must discipline myself to write on a daily basis. (Reading is another activity that will help improve my writing skills.)

3. Commitment is necessary. The online dictionary says commitment is ‘sincere and steadfast fixity of purpose’. It is the act of binding yourself, intellectually or emotionally, to a course of action. I cannot back down, or let up or give in. I must write and I must complete each project and continue on to the next.

4. Last, I have also learned that I love writing! I enjoy creating characters and telling stories. I am having fun, learning new things, and making new friends. This is definitely the career for me!

Thanks and God Bless!

Cyndy