Hi all, I've joined these forums to learn and improve on my writing skills as well as on my use of the English language ( first language Afrikaans). My goal is to ultimately write a complete novel since I only live once. Any advice and language correction will be greatly appreciated.
Hya, do you have a novel idea currently, or just have the general wish to write? I hope you learn lots here and have fun!
Hi I.A. By the Barn and KPMay. I have an idea for a novel, it's a blend of horror and sci-fi with some existential and moral questioning. A lot of the content is inspired by the turmoil in my country and what is currently happening in other countries. I've been playing with the idea for the novel for a few years and did start writing it a couple of years ago. I ended up deleting that draft as I felt that the content was too much to bare for any sane mind. However now I have restarted writing it as I feel that I should not censor myself and the subject matter which concerns me. A lot of the content is quite sensitive and could even be considered dangerous to write about, however I feel it is important to create a discussion and raise awareness about these dangers. It somewhat feels like a burning sensation in my soul to write about it, an obligation of some sorts, therapeutical for myself to put it to pen.
Welcome to the Forum, I advise you read a lot and learn as much as you can. Scour past posts for topics you feel you are weak on, and ask honest questions!
Welcome... I also want to try to start my first novel as well... very ambitious idea, but not sure if I will ever going to finish it... Started back in Nov 2015. Stopped Feb 2016. Recently finally find some time to resume in June. I think one of the biggest challenges I face right now is reading my own crap... it looks so bad and the words aren't as descriptive, it is not funny... boring... and not creative enough. Right there I already bashed my own story before I even bring it up for anyone to critique here... urg... will have to proofread many times again, hate doing that... -_-
