Saturday, April 3, 2010
A Quote for Some Saturday Musing
"...I am a firm believer that in order for a writer to do his or her best, he must incorporate originality, a prime ingredient for success. If the theme is old, the twist or payoff should be new. The story should be written in the length that is most effective. When the primary consideration is to tailor it for the market, all too often one ends up with the sorry realization that the emperor has no clothes." --Robert Bloch
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Sometimes I feel my little stories are the equivalent of assembling lego. Snatch a character here, a theme there, and throw a twist in at the end. So easy.
I could probably write something decent if I suffered for it but my tolerance for pain is currently at an epic low.
What do they say, no pain, no gain?
What do I say? No pain... okay.
God bless Robert Bloch!
You're at the crazy fun part of your writing journey, Anton. Its the part where you just write to put stories on the page. Then one day you'll start wondering - can I do better, can I get published, can I make a living at this thing I love so much.
But then, of course, there's a great many writers who want nothing more than to have fun with their writing. Either way is good journey when you're doing what you love.
My favorite quote from Bloch still is about how he has the heart of the 12 year old. lol.
Nice to see you back, Charles! And that sounds like a wonderful quote to live by.
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