So that's why I write! I always wondered.
I prefer to read for escapism too. A trait that has won the enmity of the more literary minded of my acquaintances. What can I say? I have enough Real Life of my own, I don't need to read about someone else's!
Okay, I lie, there are some people's Real Lives I like following. Like this mission to Blow Up the Moon!
Why Do You Write?
I write because I have more fun with my imaginary friends in my imaginary world than I do in my real life--this despite people telling me what an interesting life I've led. I'm an introvert and a control freak. I think that makes me the perfect writer.
ReplyDeleteI write because the voices tell me too. >.>
ReplyDeleteI don't think it's quite escapism - though I know that's the reason why I used to read. <- I just read for pleasure now.
ReplyDeleteI think it has a lot to do with a need to create something wonderful.
Not to be irreverent, but when you write, you get to play God. It's the same feeling I get when I do arts/crafts.
It's the look of a finished book in your hands, and knowing it is yours.
It's reading about people you created and the situations you put them in - as well as the fact that you can create worlds where you make the rules.
I also write for bragging rights. :P