Writing is a Decathlon, or so Kristen Lamb says. And as much as my stress level peaks when I read her reasons why (as apposed to, say, a marathon, which is hard enough), I have to admit that she's got a point.
Don't know what I'm talking about? Well, I'm going to keep it short, because Kristen says it all already and so much better than I can. If you've never heard of her before, she's become the Writing Guru of Social Media and has two best selling books on the subject plus a great blog to prove it.
So go check out her blog and her new book, WE ARE NOT ALONE, and if you comment you get a chance to win some of Kristen's valuable time!
About Me
- Elle Strauss
- I write Young Adult and Middle Grade fiction. I'm a married mom of four, and live in the beautiful Okanagan Valley, famous for beaches and vineyards. I'm fond of Lindt's sea salt dark chocolate and hiking in good weather. My Young Adult rom/com time-travel CLOCKWISE series and contemporary/otherworldly Middle Grade IT'S A LITTLE HAYWIRE are now available on Amazon.
I didn't have time to read her post yesterday. Will check it out. :)
ReplyDeleteI loved that post. And it is true. Learning to write well is just the beginning!
ReplyDeleteThat was a great post, but then Kristen always has great posts :) I do love her decathlon metaphor though. It's really true. You think writers just need to know the writing basics, but that's just part of it.
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ReplyDeleteThanks. I'm heading right over. I need help!
ReplyDeleteI haven't read her post yet but I definitely agree with that statement! Thanks for the link. I'll be sure to check her out.
ReplyDeleteElle, thanks for the recommendation! I'm trying to increase my walking pace... so a decathlon is a pretty lofty ideal, I'm thinking... But yes, I'm walking on over (at my new, increased pace). :) Merci beaucoup!!
ReplyDeleteThat is an AMAZING post. I could really relate to the mommy writer with kids causing endless distractions - but I loved how she says they are a blessing, helping us in our training. True! And they are my inspiration, too. Thank you for sharing this wonderful link.
ReplyDeleteInteresting post. I compare a writer's multi-tasking to teaching. What goes on in the classroom is only one part of a teacher's workload.
ReplyDeleteI will have to go check it out. THanks for the recommendation!
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