What a great read! So much in writing and then marketing the writing is that whole “know what is essential” thing. I think in fiction, it’s important to write heart-first when drafting, but then yes, the detachment becomes essential in order to recognise what is essential!
I’m impressed that you fit both a Le Guin and a Gandalf quote into this article! I try to find a middle way, aiming to be ‘responsible’. I’m neither a pantser nor an outliner; I choose my structure and have certain points I’m aiming toward, but no idea how I’m getting there. Keeps it fun!
What a great read! So much in writing and then marketing the writing is that whole “know what is essential” thing. I think in fiction, it’s important to write heart-first when drafting, but then yes, the detachment becomes essential in order to recognise what is essential!
I’m impressed that you fit both a Le Guin and a Gandalf quote into this article! I try to find a middle way, aiming to be ‘responsible’. I’m neither a pantser nor an outliner; I choose my structure and have certain points I’m aiming toward, but no idea how I’m getting there. Keeps it fun!
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