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A question of writing during June, July and August. I discuss some options/reasons for focusing on short stories over the next few months. |
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While November is often known for the chaos that comes with trying to write a novel in one month, there can be certain times a year where types of writing can take more focus than others. Or at least, it tends to go that way for me except I write novels most of the time. However, as we are now in June (which for some of us means summer and others mean winter), I can't help but wonder if the months would be a good time for exploring some short stories.
For some, it's summer and things are heating up. I enjoy spending less time at the computer and more time outdoors wandering around when it comes to these months. If it weren't for all of this packing I need to do, I'd have walked more this last week as I really wanted to be out in the nice weather. Makes it hard to sit through the long typing sessions when it comes to novels.
For others, it's around the time of winter and getting more cozy indoors. Sure, that can be conducive for novels but with the big writing and editing months either behind or several months away, other writing might take more of a focus. Nice to sit down and get out a story or two with a cup of tea or cocoa.
Either type of season, here are a couple of reasons you should consider focusing on short fiction/stories for June, July and August.
Idea Generation
That is right. Going through different prompts, not focusing on the same story line for months at a time and just messing around with characters can lead to more ideas. You might get an idea for your next novel from a short story or scene (cause let's face it, most of my short work doesn't qualify as a finished short story #novelistproblems). Putting a focus on shorter work can give some freedom in exploration and just writing helps to keep the wheels moving or cogs greased, whichever metaphor works best for you.
Support WdC Contests
Many contests are open and could always use more entries. There are different lengths, genres, styles and age ranges available throughout WdC. You should be able to find one that sparks an interest. Plus, if you're struggling for ideas but want to write, looking at the variety of prompts different people post for their contests can be helpful whether you enter the rounds or not. But try to enter as those of us judging enjoy it more when someone enters the contest.
Have Fun
Yep. Don't forget to have fun. While some focus on getting that perfect story, the struggles through edits and all of that jazz, it's also good to remember why we want to write and just enjoy the time. If you really don't like short stories, write a novel. If you just write short fiction then get your groove on and do what you enjoy. Keep writing! |
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Are you going to focus on short stories in June-August?
Last time for this newsletter I discussed how the conflicts in a story can affect genre. Here is a comment on that topic:
Comment by Quick-Quill 
I don't believe there is nor should there be a division in conflict ideas. Especially not divided by genre. Why should one type be limited to a particular type of conflict?
- I guess it depends on how you are viewing the use of genre and conflict in the story. I don't believe that either create a division or limitation. While genre does categorize stories in some ways, the reason for the groupings has to do with readers who like specific types of stories. However, that doesn't mean that the writer is necessarily limited because of a specific conflict or genre. The newsletter was simply to show how it can influence that aspect of the story.
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