Hey, i'm new here and I want to write a book. lol. I actually feel really funny saying that since the only things i've ever written in life were high school essays on stuff I absolutely did not care about. Come to think of it, I never even liked writing or even reading for that matter. I just started my first year in college and I don't think I have read an actually book since freshman year of high school. I don't know what hit me but I have a strong urge to do this. I tried to start a few days ago but ended up staring a blank page for one hour. There are a few ideas that I want to talk about in my book but I guess I just don't know how to start. At all. Any tips for beginners would be great. Thanks.
Hi Arie, and welcome to the forum. Here's our New Member Guide to get you started. It's going to be difficult to write if you don't read, so I'd suggest you brush up on your reading. You'll get a better idea how to string words together and how to begin. This forum is also chock full of ideas, suggestions and tips, so start exploring! It might also help if you checked our Writing Workshop and read what other people have written and offer them feedback 'cause this way you'll get a better idea of what you like and hone a critical eye when it comes to composition, pacing, language etc. Have fun! -Kat
Hi, @Arie, and welcome to the forum! Don't worry about staring at that blank page for a long time. We've all done it. Some famous writer (probably not Hemingway, though he often gets credited for it) once said, "Writing is easy. You just stare at a blank sheet of paper until drops of blood form on your forehead." So you're not alone there. Probably the hardest thing about writing, other than finishing, is starting. I hope you find what you're looking for here. I can guarantee, this is a good place for writers who want to help each other. You'll make some friends, I'm sure. Participate and have fun!
