Dictionary.com defines writer as a person who commits his or her thoughts, ideas, etc.,
But there’s so much more to “being a writer” than that particular definition. I could tell you about a dozen different jobs a writer has along with that definition. All of which I LOVE.
1 The writer/business person
When your out there say touring with your book and even before that you have especially with a NEW writer you have to figure out promoting. That’s also a very crucial step in making your book successful. Now myself I have no idea how I would do that just yet; however I do think about it a lot. I think that it would be a fun and interesting journey.
Part-two of the writer/business person is that you also have to know the in’s and out’s of the publishing industry. I know a little from reading Writer’s market, but I can’t wait to learn more.
2 Being a good role model
Now I’m mentioning this because my book falls under young adult I don’t if it would still count under any of the other genres, but if you’re a children’s and young adult writer that’s definitely important. If I do ever make it to the professional level I would want to be somebody that’s okay for kids to idolize. That and I also wouldn’t want to be a major let down if I were a kid’s hero.
3 The writer/teacher
To me I would want kids who read the Jenny Mac books to be able to take away something from reading the books like for instance book two I have a few points that I hope to get across to kids. The main topic being don’t hate and accept people for who they are. I always want someone to be able to learn something when they pick up one of my books.
4 The writer
The part where you actually get to sit down and figure out what you want to write and how the story is going to go. Then it takes your mind on journey as you write the book with every twist and turn along the way.
Writer: a person who commits his or her thoughts, ideas, etc., Yeah that’s part of it but I’m so glad to say that we wear many other hats along with it, and I can’t wait to wear them all.
I love that you are especially concerned with being a good role model. Doesn’t seem like a lot of people give that much thought anymore. Glad to find there are still a few.
Oh thank you so very much
Love your post, I would personally disagree with number 3. Where teaching in stories is great, and I have a hidden lesson in my novel. I feel kids want to read just for the fun of reading and teaching in a story is going to turn them off.
IMHO
Yeah mine is kinda the same way it’s sorta a hidden message.
I prefer hidden messages.
It depends with me
Great post. Don’t forget public speaker. After you’re published, there are book signings, school visits, library talks, and other groups of kids (and adults) to address. One more fun hat to put on!
Thanks I forgot about that.
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You jotted down the points of being a writer well! No dictionary but real-life experience can truly tell the definition, right
Thank you very much.
Wow, I wasn’t aware until now. Thank you for the insight. Great post.
Thank you I’m glad you enjoyed it.
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Wanted to share my favorite quote by Colette (1873-1954): “Sit down and put down everything that comes into your head and then you’re a writer. But an author is one who can judge his own stuff’s worth, without pity, and destroy most of it.” I call myself a writer because I don’t want to sound pompous, but I like to think of myself as an author!
Thank you for sharing and I agree with you a writer can judge if their story’s wroth while.
I like your ideas about what a writer is Chelsea. Especially being a role model if you write YA books. Some books for YA are so deplorable they should have never seen the light of day!
Thank you and I agree with you some YA books out there are deplorable.
Thanks for the follow!
You’re welcome
Great job Chelsea, keep it up
Happy you also liked my post on Valentine last night. Will be keeping an eye on your work, seems pretty interesting
Thank you so very much
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love this article! Nice job!
Thank you for liking my blog post! I agree with you, there are so many aspects to being a writer that aren’t talked about enough. Some of those things we, as writers, dream about. Others we are like, “Wait, I have to do WHAT? But I just wanted to write a novel!” Every dream has perfect moments and terrifying moments. I wish you many of the former, and none of the latter!
You’re welcome and thank you I’m glad that you agree with my post/point of view.
How are you doing with the writer/ business person part of it? I REALLY resented this part when I self-published my first book, but now I’m starting to embrace it more. Then again, there’s only so much time to write…..
I’m doing alright with it so far.
Good luck to you and your endeavors.
Great stuff. I will learn a lot from you! Thanks!
I’m glad to hear it thank you.
Thanks for reading my blog. I enjoyed yours.
I think children’s stories teach children how to interact with one another and some teach kindness and patience among other things. My books teach children the value of family and friends.
Good luck with your books.
You’re welcome
That’s always good to hear when authors really try to reach children through their work, and teach them something.
Good for you.
You’re right, we do wear lots of hats. We’re artists, and journalists, and creative thinkers, and editors, and cheerleaders, and our biggest critic… all at the same time.
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I’m glad you could relate to this particular section in the article. I agree we truly are our biggest critic.
I’m impressed with all your awards! I think a writer writes, and if that’s what we are compelled to do, then thats exactly what we will do! Thanks for liking Newbie Writers Guide – obviously, we are all about writing as well!
Thank you and no prob