Bird by Bird 2

Getting Started

Writing down all of your thoughts is key. It does not matter if it does not sound good right away. When starting to write, think of ideas to write about such as memories, interests, family, friends, or your childhood. Each of the senses should be added also. Writing is often painful at first, but you just have to get started.

Effect on my writing

When I dont have ideas to write about I should think about my past experiences.I need to know that even famous authors come to a point in their writing where they are stuck. We all need to just keep on writing and it will all get better.

Short Stories

Breathe slowly and let your mind just think when you are trying to write a short story. On short assignments is just one paragraph describing the main character. When her students are overwhelmed about writing she likes to tell them her bird by bird story. Writing all of your thoughts down helps a lot. Imagine that it is only you in the room. Imagine that everyone around you are just tiny little mice.

Effect on my writing

Trusting the process is very important. If you do not believe that your writing will turn out to be the best it can be, then it wont. The first draft should be very long, almost double the first copy. After the first draft, correct the errors and then write another draft. After that, correct it and that should be your final draft.