The Writer's Comfort Levels ~ PART 10 "Passion"

The Writer's Comfort Levels

 ~ PART 10 ~

 "Passion"

BLOG SESSION

February 6th, 2018

Welcome back Writers, Authors, Poets, and all Friends who are interested in writing a book this year.  If you have a Writing Project going on this year, or if you are working on your short stories or poetry then you are in the right place!

We've been discussing The Writer's Comfort Levels and the various emotions associated with writing.  Today's Blog Session will be about our 10th emotion, "Passion".

You'll want to grab your Journal to take notes for today's Session...

      Journal Notes

Passion has been known to be a strong and barely controllable emotion.  However, for the intents and purposes of our Blog Session today, we are going to reign in our ability to control the emotion of passion.  When creating characters that have strong and barely controllable passion, we must learn how to introduce a balance in our story lines to create various openings to showcase some of the other emotions that we've been discussing, such as "disappointment", "grief", and/or "hurt".

Intense Passion

Intense passion about pursuing a goal or something that one loves dearly can possibly get so out of control that the passionate person loses sight of the finer things in life such as paying attention to health, personal well-being, family, loved ones, or other very important things in life.

Strong passion can cause pain to other individuals.  And, depending upon what a person is passionate about makes all the difference in the world.  If one is passionate about a cause that will serve for the good of many people, it is an excellent thing.  However, if a person is passionate about a cause that is destructive, it becomes grievous.  Passion about anything deadly will cause hurt, disappointment and/or grief to those who think better of the overly passionate person.

One other area that passion has been associated with is intense sexual love.  We will not be covering this area of passion here today, although some of our Writers here may want to work on this particular area for the purposes of their Writing Projects or upcoming books.  We have many Writers and Authors here among us who write Romantic Novels, and "passion" will definitely come into play for all such Writers.

As we take a closer look at "passion" when it comes to Writing . . .

Writers ~ Pursue your Passions

Writers one thing you definitely should consider keeping your eye on is your personal passions when it comes to writing.  What genre are you pursuing?  Have you thought about why you are drawn to the genre that you are attracted to?  Are you focusing on more than one genre?  Take a moment to jot down your thoughts about the genre(s) you are attracted to and why.

We'll see you back here for our next Blog Session on our 11th emotion in relation to The Writer's Comfort Levels.  Enjoy your evening . . .

OUR NEXT BLOG SESSION:

"The Writer's Comfort Levels"

PART 11

"Warmth"

Peace, Love & Light

By René Allen

©Copyright - René Allen - 2014-2018 - All Rights Reserved

Journals for the Writer, Author, and/or Novelist.

Journals for the Writer, Author, and/or Novelist.

BLOG SESSION

January 23rd, 2018

Welcome back Writers, Authors, Novelists, Poets, Blog Readers, Followers & Visitors ~ We are going to cover the topic that everyone will be interested in, and that is:  Journals for the Writer, Author and/or Novelist.  This also includes Poets, Journalists, Artists, and everyone interested in working on Writing Projects.

The first item that I'm going to show you is a decorative Journal . . .

Journal

This Journal is one that all the Artists of our Blog will just fall in love with because it is artsy!

Writers ~ Why do you need a Journal?  You need a Journal to get your thoughts in order.  You'll need to organize your writing project ~ be it a book, a short story, a poetry anthology, a Script, a Play, a Radio Broadcast, a book of quotes, a Research Paper, a Documentary, a Speech, a Film Project, a Musical, focused Articles, Newsletters, self-help books, or any other writing project that you have planned for this year.

Your Journal will be your roadmap to keep yourself on track.

As a Writer, you definitely need to map out the genre(s) that you will be working with.  If you are focused on writing a Children's book, then you will need to get busy making notes inside your Journal about the artwork you'll be including in your book.  All illustrations need to be laid out, and inserted in your Journal.

You'll definitely need to include background information about yourself as the Author.

If your goal is to be a Novelist, then your mission when it comes to utilizing your Journal will be to make sure that you have researched your Novel content ~ locations and period history.  Be sure to add any photos or newspaper clippings that will assist you with your writing as you work on your Novel.

NOTE:  A novelist is an author or writer of novels, though often novelists also write in other genres of both fiction and non-fiction.  Some novelists are professional novelists, and thus make a living writing novels and other fiction, while others aspire to support themselves in this way or write as an avocation.  Most novelists struggle to get their debut novel published, but once published they often continue to be published.  Just because it is said that very few become literary celebrities, it doesn't mean that you will not become a literary celebrity ~ thus gaining prestige or a considerable income from your work.  Your mission is to keep the faith!

If your goal is to be a Novelist, you may want to dedicate yourself to a certain amount of reading time to check out Novelists that you admire and read regularly.  Ask yourself what is it about the particular Novelist that you read that you find fascinating?  And what is it about their writing style that attracts your attention?

Another area of focus for all Writers here on the Blog today is to understand why you find writing to be your "calling"?  And, if you do find writing to be your "calling", how dedicated to your "calling" are you?

For the Poets here on the Blog today . . .

There is an ART to Poetry.  Imagine having a postage stamp with your face on it . . .

Paul Laurence Dunbar

American Poet

Langston Hughes

American Poet

What style Poet are you?  Do you participate in Poetry Readings?  Have you had your poetry included in a Collection of poetry works with other Poets?  Do you take the time to record your poetry on audio tapes?

The mission for all Writers here today is to get your Journal and start using it!

OUR NEXT BLOG SESSION:

Using deep thought as fuel for your writings.

Peace, Love & Light

By René Allen

©Copyright - René Allen - 2014-2018 - All Rights Reserved

Getting the words down for your Novel . . .

Getting the words down for your Novel

Blog Session

July 2017

Writers it's time to get more words written for your magnificent Novel.  No matter how many words you have written thus far, you are only at the beginning of the month of July.  You have until July 31st to get your Novel honed into a shape that is pleasing to you.  You may have moments when you do some immediate edits so that your Novel will flow toward the path you are destining for it to head in.

If you've listed all of your Characters, you can bet a few others may show up on the page as you continue writing.

You may also have some unexpected places pop into view, and some scenes that you may not have planned for.  That's good!  Add them in, and keep writing.

In our last Blog Session, there were links listed so that you could get right over to Camp NaNoWriMo where many Writers are plugging away at their Novels and Writing Projects.  Feel free to add in any comments, questions or thoughts here on the Blog in the "Comments Section" about how it is going for you over in the Camp.

Don't forget to check your "Camp Inbox" each time you check into the Camp to see what is in your mailbox.  You'll find daily Camp Care Packages.  You'll find lots of good tips to help you with your writing right in your Camp Inbox.

You'll also find news about Virtual Camp Write-Ins and Tweet Chats.  There will be Writing Challenges to help you along your way.

Be sure to check out all of the inside links after you have signed into Camp NaNoWriMo.  There is "Inspiration", "Conversation", "Camp Store", and a "Donation" area for you to learn about donating and fundraising.

Cat Novelist

Let everyone in your life know about your Novel or Writing Project.  You can also add your pets in your story.

It is also fun to invite your friends and family members to try their hand at writing over in Camp NaNoWriMo.  You'll have lots of fun chatting about how your writing is coming along.

I'm writing away, and I'll be adding in more Chapters to my Novel in the next few days.  I've yet to add in my Excerpt, but that will also be done soon.

Some of you may have already found that special time where you can write without interruptions.  Good for you!

Just remember, you can write your Novel or Writing Project in your Word Program on your computer then transfer your writing over to Camp NaNoWriMo when you are ready.  You'll be able to update your word count, which is found at the top of your Camp page where it says, "Current Word Count" -- you'll see your word count in a white box, and an "Update" button to press when you are ready to enter in more of your Novel.

If you happen to be away from your computer, remember to carry a Notebook or Journal around with you so that you may capture any writing that comes to you.

~ Always have your Journal or Notebook handy ~

I'm heading to do some more writing ~ I'll see you back here on the Blog tomorrow!

Until then, fellow Writers, keep those thoughts flowing...

Peace, Love & Light,

 René

© Copyright - René Allen - JULY 2017 - All Rights Reserved

We're Writing!

We're Writing!

Welcome back Blog Readers, Followers & Visitors!  We are all here discussing our Writing Projects and Novels that are in the making during Camp NaNoWriMo during the month of July.  It is time to get some writing on those blank pages Authors and Writers.

Some of us have participated in Camp NaNoWriMo before and worked on Novels and other Writing Projects.  Another group of us have participated in National Novel Writing Month every November online ~ NaNoWriMo.org.

If you are in the process of writing your Novel or finishing a Writing Project that you've been working on, then you will enjoy the tips that are going to be offered to you today.

First, you'll have to sign up to work on your Novel or Writing Project online with other Writers like yourself.  All you have to do is click on the Camp NaNoWriMo link, and sign up.  Some of you may have already done so.  You'll be prompted to check out your Camp NaNoWriMo Primer which will give you instructions about announcing your Writing Project, join a virtual cabin (with up to 19 other Writers), and then start writing!

You can work on your Novel or Writing Project daily, and enter your writing daily if you like.  Here's how you can learn how to update your writing count -- click here.

Once you've gotten yourself into your cabin and settled down to do your writing, you can also let others know you are working on your Novel or Writing Project by placing a nice badge on your Website or Blog like this...

Here's one of my Badges from a prior Camp NaNoWriMo

Here is the latest 2017 CampNoNoWriMo Badge for your Website or Blog...

You'll find lots of inspiration online once you've signed up for Camp.  If you have any questions or suggestions about writing your Novel or any other Writing Project that you are working on, please feel free to share it here on the Blog in the comments section below.

We'll talk more tomorrow!

Peace, Love & Light,

 René

© Copyright - René Allen - JULY 2017 - All Rights Reserved

"And, yet I say ~ I SEE."

Blog Session

July 1st, 2017

Welcome back all Friends & Blog Readers!

We are continuing with our discussion about Novel Writing and writing projects during Camp NaNoWriMo, which is a Summer Camp held online for Writers to take time out of their busy schedules to write their Novels in 31 days during the month of July.

If you are new to our Blog Sessions, you'll need to grab your Journal, Diary or Notebook to take notes.  This Blog Session will be about writing your Novel during the month of July.  If you have been putting off writing your Novel, or you'd just like to finish a Novel that you started a while back and did not complete, then this Blog Session is for you.

Many of the Blog Readers here are Authors, Emerging Authors, Aspiring Authors, Short Story Writers, Poets, Film Writers, Journalists, Playwrights, or Creative Writers.  There are also many followers of this Blog who have participated in NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month), which takes place every November, where writers get online and write their Novel or other writing projects in 30 days.

If you'd like to try your hand at writing a Novel for the first time, then Camp NaNoWriMo is a good place to start.  You'll be online with other Writers (some experienced, and some just starting out).  You'll be able to get plenty of help and tips with your writing.  If you have a writing project that you are working on, the July Camp will also be a great place for you to work on it.

I'll be working away writing my Mystery Novel during July Summer Camp.  The title of the Novel is, "And yet, I say ~ I SEE."

Everyone here on the Blog who is also writing a Mystery Novel is welcomed into my Cabin, just let me know in the comments section here on the Blog that you'd like to join my cabin, and I will be sure to invite you in.  You must first be a registered participant in Camp NaNoWriMo - just click on the link to register.  

Be a Participant this month in Camp NaNoWriMo!

Camp begins today, July 1st, 2017.  The great thing about Camp NaNoWriMo is that you don’t write alone.  Whether you’re tackling a first draft or a seventh, a script or a memoir, there are writers who’ve forged similar paths, ready to offer their help.

Take a step, or a leap if you are a procrastinator, and roll on into the Camp to get started typing in your Novel or Writing Project information so that you may be on your way to writing your Novel in 31 days!

You'll be among Camp Counselors who are published Authors who act as "counselors" in your Camp.  This month, they will be dispensing words of wisdom, advice, and encouragement to all NaNoWriMo Campers.

In case you would like to write something other than a Novel, please keep this in mind, there are non-Novel Writing Projects that can be worked on during Camp, such as.. . .

Non-Novel Projects

Encouragement of a huge variety of writing during each Camp session is always found when you participate in Camp NaNoWriMo.  Here are guides to just a few of the projects  that some of the participants have worked on:

Editing: A Resource Guide

Epic Poems: How to Tackle Them

Flash Fiction: Why to Write It

Nonfiction: A Resource Guide

Poetry: Why to Write It

Prewriting: How to Tackle It

Scripts: A Resource Guide

Graphic Novels: Writing Tips

Writers always remember . . .

Writing Projects are fun when you are among other Writers!

See you back here tomorrow ~

Camp NaNoWriMo here we come!

Peace, Love & Light,

 René

© Copyright - René Allen - JULY 2017 - All Rights Reserved