04-29-2006, 07:21 PM
I understand I am not a mod in the writing section, but hey! I figured this place could use it. I'll start with a few basic things, but if you guys have any questions, post them! And I don't need to answer them, you guys help others out too!
All poetry has to rhyme, right?
NO! This is a very common error of many writers at first. This is what puts many young writers down, and forces them to use forced rhyming, which is one of the most major mistakes found in a beginners poetry. You do NOT need to rhyme, but if you do not, flow becomes an automatic factor. So remember that.
I see all these dark poems...Is there like a rule against happy poems?
Nah. It's just that most people write dark. For instance, I for one will NEVER write a happy poem. XD It's just that within my vicinity of writing, optimism never shines upon it. Go ahead, write about ANYTHING.
Okay, but...what about all those suicide poems?
It's a matter of opinion. I think Emo poems are for the birds, and should be stopped. It's a cry for attention which is written by 12 year olds half of the time. I don't suggest writing about cutting because it is a cliched topic, but do whatever you want.
So I take it one important thing is not to be clich�
It�s hard, but�yes.
I henceforth suggest not using these words:
Rain, tears, sadness, hatred, etc.
How about replacing that bland vocabulary with�
Anguish, contempt, oblivion, abhor, melancholy, and more?
Vocabulary is a number one factor of a poet. If you�ve got a vast vocabulary, use it.
And I take it I should punctuate?
Well�
Take e. e. cummings. He had his own way of punctuation no one understood, and he was amazing. I do not however encourage you to attempt and write as he does, because no one really comprehends his��code�. I do suggest it though, you seem much more mature when it comes to writing.
So how about stories?
I�m not as much as a story writer as poet, though I am however writing a novel. You can use poetry in stories, you know!
So vocabulary and word usage applies to stories as well?
If not more!
��He said�
�said� is used way too much in stories. Replace it with �replied� or something, but �said� is way too bland.
Still, I think my writing sucks.
Yes, we all think this way concerning our writings. If this consoles you any way, my confidence is just about the lowest anyone�s confidence can be reduced to. XD If you want help, ask me or anyone else, I�m glad to give advice. The first step to being a good writer is accepting creative criticism.
Should I have someone else edit my writing?
Sure! But remember, you�re the only one who can convey the point you want to pass over. If you want someone to proofread it, by all means go ahead.
I can�t think of anything else at the current moment. But please, post your questions. =]
[Can an admin sticky this or something? XD]
All poetry has to rhyme, right?
NO! This is a very common error of many writers at first. This is what puts many young writers down, and forces them to use forced rhyming, which is one of the most major mistakes found in a beginners poetry. You do NOT need to rhyme, but if you do not, flow becomes an automatic factor. So remember that.
I see all these dark poems...Is there like a rule against happy poems?
Nah. It's just that most people write dark. For instance, I for one will NEVER write a happy poem. XD It's just that within my vicinity of writing, optimism never shines upon it. Go ahead, write about ANYTHING.
Okay, but...what about all those suicide poems?
It's a matter of opinion. I think Emo poems are for the birds, and should be stopped. It's a cry for attention which is written by 12 year olds half of the time. I don't suggest writing about cutting because it is a cliched topic, but do whatever you want.
So I take it one important thing is not to be clich�
It�s hard, but�yes.
I henceforth suggest not using these words:
Rain, tears, sadness, hatred, etc.
How about replacing that bland vocabulary with�
Anguish, contempt, oblivion, abhor, melancholy, and more?
Vocabulary is a number one factor of a poet. If you�ve got a vast vocabulary, use it.
And I take it I should punctuate?
Well�
Take e. e. cummings. He had his own way of punctuation no one understood, and he was amazing. I do not however encourage you to attempt and write as he does, because no one really comprehends his��code�. I do suggest it though, you seem much more mature when it comes to writing.
So how about stories?
I�m not as much as a story writer as poet, though I am however writing a novel. You can use poetry in stories, you know!
So vocabulary and word usage applies to stories as well?
If not more!
��He said�
�said� is used way too much in stories. Replace it with �replied� or something, but �said� is way too bland.
Still, I think my writing sucks.
Yes, we all think this way concerning our writings. If this consoles you any way, my confidence is just about the lowest anyone�s confidence can be reduced to. XD If you want help, ask me or anyone else, I�m glad to give advice. The first step to being a good writer is accepting creative criticism.
Should I have someone else edit my writing?
Sure! But remember, you�re the only one who can convey the point you want to pass over. If you want someone to proofread it, by all means go ahead.
I can�t think of anything else at the current moment. But please, post your questions. =]
[Can an admin sticky this or something? XD]
