This Week’s Helpful Writing Resources and Studies
Tedious Things That Help Us Enjoy And Learn More About Our Craft As Writers
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We as writers play with strings of destiny. Witnessing characters sink into the nocturnal linens of hell. Deciphering if they are truly drowning, allowing faith to prevail in the end. Exploring the complexities of life amid humanity’s greatest sins, going beyond mere survival and resilience, and inviting audiences to meditate on harsh or soft realities our fairy tale children face.
The power to shape the insights of millions who find themselves caught between humanity’s depraved judgments and affections. We grant grace and salvation to all who confront the dissonances between fictional and nonfictional history. Ultimately, it will be the ones we lead to the end of our books who carry the light of all things. We have passed down through our words, teachings, and materials. That embodies our true and false sense of goodness and human nature.
As time passes, we, as writers, are reminded of the valiant souls who are forced to remain in triumph as the story ends.
Going into the weekend. Here are some things I want to revisit to help with perfecting my craft. Getting me closer to being the best writer I can be. Enhancing my ability to write what I think and dream. Also enhancing my knowledge in a profession that’s filled with avenues upon avenues. With no right or wrong avenue to take. Here are some resources and study material that I’m sure will help not only me, but anyone who reads this.
As an outsider. Looking into the MFA of the Creative Writing world without an MFA. Feels like one is at odds with oneself and the literary world. Pursuing a writing career without a degree can create blurred lines. So, I provided a book I recently purchased. Based on extensive research, I thought this book would provide enlightenment. It clears out some of the doubt cluttering the mind. I have also attached 2 Substack articles I read this morning. The article by Devon Halliday and Karin Gillespie, Why Publishers Prefer Debut Novels,” Will help remove the crust blocking our vision of becoming published writers. Naomi Kanakia’s article, “Creative writing can be quite useful,” is here to help all understand what we are—or are not—missing in the eyes of our craft, by knowing what we have access to and using what we already have to expand. It may lead us to find unique ways to pursue what we love.
I love Caroline’s way of using Substack. She has helped shape my mindset as a writer. Caroline offers methods for all her subscribers who are willing to adopt a new perspective. Her writing is impeccable. I consider everyone to pay for the “Fairy Tales” writing club. The club offers a lot of MFA gems, image collaging, and most importantly, Substack etiquette.
I guide myself through Creative Writing College courses using valuable online resources. I have also made friends with people in MFA Writing courses or who have graduated from the program. Such as my friends from the “New Factory Workshop.”
Many hours have gone into improving, where I once started. I’m at the point now where I can identify when my sentences lack strength—allowing me to elevate the quality of my writing. I suggest joining my writing club on Substack for $5 to access resources to enhance your craft and creativity!
Mr. Bennett and Mrs. Brown (1924)
"The Wallet" by Andrew McCuaig
