tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5329782430566577328.post5367671906187897225..comments2023-12-19T05:15:27.114-05:00Comments on Liana Brooks: Why Do You Write?Liana Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14587774916354749190noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5329782430566577328.post-86035470484257157482009-01-13T20:12:00.000-05:002009-01-13T20:12:00.000-05:00Hmm, must do a post on this.I write for me, too. I...Hmm, must do a post on this.<BR/><BR/>I write for me, too. I write because, to me, my stories mean something. In a weird, twisted kind of way, they expand my thinking, open my mind, and force me to challenge all my beliefs and perceptions. Writing isn't a comfortable task - at least, not if you do it well.<BR/><BR/>And you know what?<BR/><BR/>I think I like that.<BR/><BR/>:)Amy Laurenshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16782528327499574711noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5329782430566577328.post-66590017300613903782009-01-13T15:20:00.000-05:002009-01-13T15:20:00.000-05:00Because it's an addictive escape.Have you noticed ...Because it's an addictive escape.<BR/><BR/>Have you noticed how many writers' families say that we are in our own world. Especially if we are writing and on CC at the same time. What the fire is burning down? Ah no it can't be, Abi just got on her horse, you'll have to reschedule sorry.marieconley3https://www.blogger.com/profile/15233621656503087366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5329782430566577328.post-30523525588227509942009-01-13T12:56:00.000-05:002009-01-13T12:56:00.000-05:00I'm adding to my entry (albeit further down the pa...I'm adding to my entry (albeit further down the page). <BR/><BR/>Merc made me realise something. Yes, we get to do a lot of things in writing we ordinarily can't do in RL. Those that know me, well they'll appreciate how much more I enjoy writing because creating my characters means at least part of me can be 'normal'. Not that having lots of animals in me is normal... :) It's nice though, when RL comes with strings attached to be free in wips.Nayuleskahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08693548526829437580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5329782430566577328.post-17066985504831487522009-01-13T12:46:00.000-05:002009-01-13T12:46:00.000-05:00I want others to find the escape in my words as I ...I want others to find the escape in my words as I found escape and comfort in books throughout my life. But even without readers, I need to write. I love it. I love the characters, and need to tell their story. The plotting and world building is so exciting. And nothing beats the feeling after a good session of writing, or reading something good thinking "I wrote that." It's a validation. That I'm working toward my dreams, and have something to share.feywriterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17224558691840388691noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5329782430566577328.post-72433621184360666232009-01-13T11:39:00.000-05:002009-01-13T11:39:00.000-05:00Ah, the age-old question... why?(This always remin...Ah, the age-old question... why?<BR/><BR/>(This always reminds me of Inky's TBAEO novel, when the wizard says, "Because it's funny.")<BR/><BR/>I like to entertain. Be it myself or the people who wish to read my stories, that's why--I love to write something that I (and hopefully others) would find fun to read. Granted, I can't say it always turns out the way I'd hoped :P but usually I keep myself entertained...<BR/><BR/>Plus, I get to do whatever the heck I want! It's not like you can go about destroying solar systems on a daily basis in real life without a few people protesting. ;)<BR/><BR/>Writing allows me to push personal boundaries and learn; it lets me vent frustration in safe ways (except maybe towards characters, who are never safe); it keeps me entertained and occupied and I enjoy it. <BR/><BR/>There are slumps and periods of Isucktis, etc, and getting out of them is not always quick or easy, but in the end, I still enjoy what I do. I get very real satisfaction blowing things up--it's soothing. B-)<BR/><BR/>As for publication, it may be a slim chance, but just think: there still IS a small percentage of people that get their books published. I see nothing wrong with aiming to be in that percentage. <BR/><BR/>Even if I don't make it though, I will keep writing, keep trying. You lose every chance at your dream if you give up on it.<BR/><BR/>~Merc<BR/><BR/>P.S. Whoa. My brain actually tried to say something serious and half-way meaningful--I suspect the zombies are playing a practical joke on me...Merchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14164221022350926808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5329782430566577328.post-34760025811841611402009-01-13T10:52:00.000-05:002009-01-13T10:52:00.000-05:00I write for the excitement. I'm probably not going...I write for the excitement. I'm probably not going to solve any murders in my life (hopefully) but it's exciting when my MC gets to do it. That's why I write novels.<BR/><BR/>But I blog and journal because if I didn't my head would explode from all the thoughts crammed in there. I'm not saying they're particularly deep or original thoughts, but they have to come out all the same ;)<BR/><BR/>Of course I want to be published, too. I'd love to write books that matter to someone as much as my favorite books matter to me.<BR/><BR/>Loved this post!Anna Clairehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08774415814789806840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5329782430566577328.post-51744865220847648492009-01-13T10:04:00.000-05:002009-01-13T10:04:00.000-05:00Ah, the ultimate questions: Why do we subject ours...Ah, the ultimate questions: Why do we subject ourselves to this TORTURE!?<BR/><BR/>Well, same reason as you. Because it makes me happy. Whether or not I get published. Ever. I will ALWAYS write.<BR/><BR/>I'll always try and get published, though. It's the whole reason I went to school. Not something I'm going to give up on, you know?Michelle D. Argylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09696465137285587646noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5329782430566577328.post-12524638599567520292009-01-13T09:35:00.000-05:002009-01-13T09:35:00.000-05:00I write for similar reasons. I like my stories. I ...I write for similar reasons. I like my stories. I believe they should be told. <BR/><BR/>Books have given me so much comfort in life, I want to at least try and give the same to others. Some of my wips, well I want to show that my religion isn't as bad as it can be made out to be. Sure, there are nutters, but which society doesn't have them? <BR/><BR/>I'll never give up persuing publication. Ever. I won't quit writing. I can't. I'm miserable when I can't write (like today). Muse keeps flinging ideas at me. I believe this is a gift I've been given, and its up to me to put it to good use. Even if the only people who read the wips are me and those on CC.Nayuleskahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08693548526829437580noreply@blogger.com