Your Writing Resolutions
December 29, 2009 at 12:28 pm mbutler22 Leave a comment
Yes, it’s a little cliché – a New Year’s weblog entry during this week of champagne and celebration. Lest, we don’t forget, as the calendar turns over, tradition tells us that the time is now to buckle down and define what the new year will hold for us.
As you begin to define your resolutions – your writing resolutions – think about what can be done realistically and you may find that your writing resolutions mirror your other resolutions.
Slim Down
Beautiful text and rhythmic devices does not always translate to impactful writing. Challenge yourself to lose a sentence or two, a paragraph or two or a page or two with each piece you write. Get in the habit. Resist the temptations. And don’t “reward” yourself by letting it go from time-to-time. The reward will come when your readers cannot turn their eyes away from your slim and impactful writing.
End Procrastination
The technology age and the creative generation have given rise to new avenues and increased competition. Blogging, self-publishing and writing empowerment in general are creating a new environments for writers. Get off the couch (unless that’s where you write) and get moving.
Quit Bad Habits
Every writer has one … some have two or three. Do you have the tendency to repeat yourself? Have issues with successes, tones, themes or characters. Or maybe comma use is your vice. Don’t deny it, you know what they are. Now is the time to make a conscious effort to kick bad habits.
So now you have your 2010 writing resolutions, how do you make certain you follow through? Be sure to write them down and put reminders in places where you’ll see them.
Good luck and happy New Year!
Melissa
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