Chao- So a lot of us are already familiar with fiction and fan fiction, using characters from an existing program, like cartoons, books, movies, and writing these characters in situations that do not relate to the program. But a lot of us have giant textbooks or take mandatory classes were we read original works in different genres, plays, auto/biographies, poetry, etc. So why not try and branch out for something different? Why not give writing in a new writing genre a try? They can be used for fan fics or original work. They may also spark something new.
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Chao- Note the rules for a place in which you are thinking about publishing a story before you do it. For example, FF.net and FP.com don't allow scripts in their websites, probably because so many users were uploading stories that were just chat speak rather than a creative play script or screenwriting. But you can always try literacy magazines, deviantART.com, public library magazines, and even your own blog or private diaries. You may just find a new genre to enjoy.
I suggest branching out into a genre you're not that comfortable with and experiment. That was the whole point of that one "romance" story I wrote last year. Different genres are written in different ways, and I feel it's important to explore every area you ca.
ReplyDeleteChao- That is an interesting point; authors should always find ways to challenge themselves if they want to improve or explore. Although it may be a challenge to write a new writing category like poetry or script writing along with a new genre.
DeleteYChao- Even so, does this mean you'll write a roman--
Chao- Heck no!