Career questions tagged creative-writing
Where do you get your inspiration when you are out of ideas?
When writer's block hits, what do you do to combat that? I find that oftentimes when I am writing, I'll run out of ideas for my story, abandon it, and start something new, only for the cycle to begin all over again.
What are some difficulties when it comes to making art?
I'm in 11th grade and I've been interested in working as an artist since 7th grade but want to know what difficulties I might face if I do become an artist. I do all kinds of art, including drawing, painting, sculpting, and writing.
Uncertanity in a career of an author
What is a career for someone who wants to be an author, but is afraid of the uncertainty of it? Careers have always been a difficult topic for me, also one that has changed over time. When I started thinking of a career as an author, I realized the talent but also love I had for something that holds no promises. The uncertainty of putting forth an idea you have put your heart and soul into and it never be published. I really want to write for a long time but have no idea if I should take the leap. To all the authors, what can I do to keep myself afloat while writing and/or how to extinguish these fears?
What are some tips for brainstorming and creating storyboards for writing?
I love reading fiction stories and have been wanting to practice my creative writing skills. I am struggling to come up with story ideas, and would like to know if there are any tricks I could use to develop ideas for a plot. Also, what different formats could I try to best structure storyboards?
What is the best path to take when trying to become an author?
I'm currently a high school student who is interested in creative writing. Would it be more valuable to try to start writing and get published right away, or go to college and major in something language/writing related? Could I do both at the same time?
Where can I find good poetry scholarships?
Im just looking for scholarships that ask for poems rather than essays.
When you were in highschool did you start getting into writing or did you realize in college?
When you were in highschool did you start getting into writing or did you realize in college?
Creative Writing Certificates
Are there any creative writing certificate programs for those who are not pursing a degree in writing? Are there any from an accredited university/college? Are there any certificate programs that are online?
How can you improve your writing skills without attending any classes?
I've always wanted to be a writer. However, I've never considered making it my full-time job/career. At most, I would be a part-time writer. I have two main obstacles to writing: 1.) Time: normally, I would take workshops, free online classes, etc. to help improve my writing skills, but I struggle finding time. I am a full time student who works, and I have a very demanding dog (aka drama queen). 2.) I find my writing style boring. I can write a great paper for school, but usually on topics that tend to be more objective. I struggle finding/using my voice to connect with my reader. I would like to have more intrapersonal style. So, writers of Career Village, what do you suggest? Should I make it a goal to write something everyday (i.e. use writing prompts, etc.)? Or do you suggest something else?
Creative Burn-out tips?
How do you deal with burn-out? Specifically creative burnout. I feel like I'm running out of ideas for my story.
How does one keep brainstorming innovating ideas?
This is just a general thing. It could be something related to life or career.
How do you come up with inspiration for a story?
If, say, you needed to come up with a short story for an assignment or something, what do you use for inspiration? How do you come up with something good?
Whats a good way to input your characters personalities into your story?
Whats a good way to input your characters personalities into your story without actively describing their personality types?
How do you come up with a good plot for your story?
say I was in the middle of writing a story, and I already had all of my characters and setting . How then would I come up with a plot line in which to use said characters?
