When the writer believes that their work has been completed, that also signifies the end of the writing process itself. It is often that near the end of the process, the writer may feel that they need to put more into what they've already written. It is a difficult and very common phenomenon that occurs during the writing process. You may think for a moment that what you've written is enough but at the same time, you may look at it again and decide you need to put more. It is often the result of a self-conscious mind when writing that one can believe there needs to be more.
However, there comes a time in which the writer must believe strongly that they are finished with what they have put to paper. It is when the work is finished that the true job at hand becomes the proofreading process. This is the longest part of the process and can often be the most difficult of the process as well. It can be hard to find errors in something that you have enjoyed writing and especially difficult to find fault in yourself. However, finding that fault is an important part of the ending process in order to make sure that the work is the best that it can possibly be. Once the proofreading is finished, then it becomes the final read that the writer must commit to in order to finish the process entirely.
The writer's final reading is important to make sure that everything is as it should be and once the final read is done, a peer reading is necessary. Reading something and discovering your own errors is one thing but it is always important to let another individual read the work as well. A second pair of eyes can find what your own eyes cannot see. It is because of this general rule that a second and even a third reader is necessary to check over what has been written in order to make sure no more mistakes are present. Following that, then comes the decision of the writer: "Do I publish it now?"
This choice is important because it determines how your work will be viewed. You can do so through social media, blogging or actually going through the process of publishing your work to be purchased. If you are a writer trying to put yourself out there, social media is probably the first logical step. If you are trying to go straight to publishing, make certain to do your research and make sure you know all of the terms that go into publishing before doing so. You do not want to miss out of any significant factors in the publishing process and then find yourself in a bad position.
At the end of the process, relief comes to the writer. The longest portion of the process has been completed and things can be taken much more slowly. It is an important milestone to be reached and once reached, the writer is in a wondrous state. The work has been finished and there only needs to be one more decision made. Now, the writer has only one decision left to make: what will become of the work that has been completed? That decision is the final step of the writer's process and from there, the sky is the limit.
Thursday, June 27, 2013
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Fourth Blog - Setting Goals
An initial aspect to writing as well as to living life in general is always the process of setting goals. Nothing can be gained strictly on impulse and as such, it is always important to set goals in order to achieve a desired end. It acts as an incredible motivator and gives you something to look forward to at the same time. I find that this works incredibly when writing something of a substantial degree, such as a large final paper and especially a book. How does this work with those examples? I shall explain.
If you are like me and you were a prolific procrastinator in school, you know how difficult it can be to get something done that you would rather not do. When faced with this situation, I find that it works to place small goals for myself throughout the writing process of whatever I was doing. If it was a research paper, I would set small goals ranging from picking out an article and reading it fully to integrating it into whatever the subject matter I was working with entailed. In setting the goals of reading, understanding and then writing, I was able to take an assignment that would normally just be unbearable and turned it into something that I could take out within a few sessions.
The same works for those aspiring to write something like a book. Regardless as to what sort of book it is, the setting of goals can help you with the writing process. The most simple of these goals is setting an amount of pages to write within a day. If you are trying to write a large novel, one thing that works is setting a minimum goal of pages to write. For example, for my book I set a minimum amount of pages to write at about 100 pages. While it sounds like a lot, I took that goal and broke it down into smaller goals of getting done pages each time I was writing, such as 10 pages per writing session. In doing so, and by spacing those writing sessions out, I was able to reach that goal and even encouraged myself to write even more.
Setting goals works not just in writing but it works in other aspects of life too. Whether it is working on a do-it-yourself project or aspiring to work up the nerve to ask someone on a date, you can set small goals and work your way up to larger goals, essentially reaching the main goal: either completing a room in your home or getting a date. Being able to set goals is essential to motivating yourself to do things that would seem very difficult otherwise. Trying to do too much at one time can not only wear you out, but it can demotivate you into almost quitting the project or end goal entirely.
I've always been told to take my time on everything that I do and in most cases, I take too much time not doing things and not enough doing things. Now, I've learned to find a mix between doing things and taking time to not do things. The balance enables me to work on something, think about what I am doing and then get back to it without worrying about if I am doing it right or not. The worst thing that you can do is work on something that will essentially last for quite some time and then wonder if there was something you could've done to add to it or not. That is why setting goals is an important facet of life and especially for the writer's process.
If you are like me and you were a prolific procrastinator in school, you know how difficult it can be to get something done that you would rather not do. When faced with this situation, I find that it works to place small goals for myself throughout the writing process of whatever I was doing. If it was a research paper, I would set small goals ranging from picking out an article and reading it fully to integrating it into whatever the subject matter I was working with entailed. In setting the goals of reading, understanding and then writing, I was able to take an assignment that would normally just be unbearable and turned it into something that I could take out within a few sessions.
The same works for those aspiring to write something like a book. Regardless as to what sort of book it is, the setting of goals can help you with the writing process. The most simple of these goals is setting an amount of pages to write within a day. If you are trying to write a large novel, one thing that works is setting a minimum goal of pages to write. For example, for my book I set a minimum amount of pages to write at about 100 pages. While it sounds like a lot, I took that goal and broke it down into smaller goals of getting done pages each time I was writing, such as 10 pages per writing session. In doing so, and by spacing those writing sessions out, I was able to reach that goal and even encouraged myself to write even more.
Setting goals works not just in writing but it works in other aspects of life too. Whether it is working on a do-it-yourself project or aspiring to work up the nerve to ask someone on a date, you can set small goals and work your way up to larger goals, essentially reaching the main goal: either completing a room in your home or getting a date. Being able to set goals is essential to motivating yourself to do things that would seem very difficult otherwise. Trying to do too much at one time can not only wear you out, but it can demotivate you into almost quitting the project or end goal entirely.
I've always been told to take my time on everything that I do and in most cases, I take too much time not doing things and not enough doing things. Now, I've learned to find a mix between doing things and taking time to not do things. The balance enables me to work on something, think about what I am doing and then get back to it without worrying about if I am doing it right or not. The worst thing that you can do is work on something that will essentially last for quite some time and then wonder if there was something you could've done to add to it or not. That is why setting goals is an important facet of life and especially for the writer's process.
Thursday, June 13, 2013
Third Blog: The Process
As a writer, there is always one matter of thought to be put to practice before one begins to write: the writer's process. There is a process that goes into many things, such as craftsmanship, engineering, as well as cooking and cleaning. For a writer, the process that they undergo prior to creating a work is always different. At the same time, it does involve several factors that are shared between even the most unorthodox of approaches. Among these steps is the first step: deciding what sort of work you wish to write.
The decision to write is an important first step for a writer and with this decision is the choice of what to write. Whether it is the choice to write for a local newspaper, to write poetry, to write a blog or even to write a book, what you decide to write and the format in which you write it is the first part of any writer's process. If you do not know what you plan to write, then you do not have a starting point. The second familiar part of the writer's process is the subject that you wish to write about.
There are a lot of different subject matters that can make a good book. Some would even say that the most strongly contested subjects make for the most popular books. Others would say that the most innocent of subjects can make for popular books. To me, I like to read books that give me a sense of excitement and reason to continue forward with the book. Some of these may include subject matter that appeals to me or even subject matters that I have not been exposed to but have some curiosity towards. When thinking of a subject to write about, I usually go with subjects that I have an interest in myself or that I have never approached in any way or form.
The third most common step in the process is setting a goal for the writing of choice. As a writer, there must be a genuine purpose for the writing piece that you decide to make. Whether it is presenting a strong message for a targeted audience or writing to give advice or even to become a famous writer, it is always important to have a purpose behind writing. Writing without meaning or purpose lends to a shoddily written work and will garner no attention. If you set a goal to be gained in the publication of any written work you make, then that gives you motivation to continue writing going forward.
These are but a few steps in the process of being a writer. They are not necessarily the steps that every writer should consider when they decide to write something but they are the most common first steps in the creation of a literary work. Every writer has their process and these steps are the ones that I always utilize well before creating anything. The direction that a piece of writing takes can depend greatly on the process that the writer takes when creating something. As such, if you plan to be a proficient writer, it is helpful to create your own process to assist in the development of your writing.
The decision to write is an important first step for a writer and with this decision is the choice of what to write. Whether it is the choice to write for a local newspaper, to write poetry, to write a blog or even to write a book, what you decide to write and the format in which you write it is the first part of any writer's process. If you do not know what you plan to write, then you do not have a starting point. The second familiar part of the writer's process is the subject that you wish to write about.
There are a lot of different subject matters that can make a good book. Some would even say that the most strongly contested subjects make for the most popular books. Others would say that the most innocent of subjects can make for popular books. To me, I like to read books that give me a sense of excitement and reason to continue forward with the book. Some of these may include subject matter that appeals to me or even subject matters that I have not been exposed to but have some curiosity towards. When thinking of a subject to write about, I usually go with subjects that I have an interest in myself or that I have never approached in any way or form.
The third most common step in the process is setting a goal for the writing of choice. As a writer, there must be a genuine purpose for the writing piece that you decide to make. Whether it is presenting a strong message for a targeted audience or writing to give advice or even to become a famous writer, it is always important to have a purpose behind writing. Writing without meaning or purpose lends to a shoddily written work and will garner no attention. If you set a goal to be gained in the publication of any written work you make, then that gives you motivation to continue writing going forward.
These are but a few steps in the process of being a writer. They are not necessarily the steps that every writer should consider when they decide to write something but they are the most common first steps in the creation of a literary work. Every writer has their process and these steps are the ones that I always utilize well before creating anything. The direction that a piece of writing takes can depend greatly on the process that the writer takes when creating something. As such, if you plan to be a proficient writer, it is helpful to create your own process to assist in the development of your writing.
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo) Day 2 Reaction
We come to Day 2 of the E3 video game coverage and today's competitor is Nintendo, showcasing a swath of Wii U and 3DS titles to bring in the attention of gamers. It may have seemed like it was taking a long time to get some solid titles for Wii U, but after today the wait seems over. Nintendo came out with big name titles to bring in those still on the fence about purchasing the Wii U. Let's get started with the analysis.
What I liked: The focus on the big titles was definitely a major plus. Between Super Mario 3D World with Princess Peach playable (FINALLY!), Super Smash Bros. on Wii U and 3DS, Bayonetta 2 and much more, the unique game console is looking fabulous. In addition, a few of these titles are coming out this year and will also be coming out next year. In addition, the games to look forward to actually LOOK like video games. That's the biggest draw for me.
What I didn't like: Hmm... I cannot really think of anything that I didn't like about the presentation. All good stuff, just the waiting period is going to be a little difficult. But good things come to those who wait and that saying is doubly true when it comes to Nintendo releases.
Fabulous presentation, Nintendo. E3 is possibly fabulous this year with the Sony and Nintendo conferences looking excellent and Microsoft looking very much lacking in appeal. Whether or not they recover is up to them but who knows what will happen from here. I am happy to say that video games have been saved. Viva la video games!
Monday, June 10, 2013
E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo) Day 1 Reaction
On Monday, June 10th 2013, a new generation in the video game industry was put to the public's eye and battle lines were drawn immediately. Between Microsoft and the negatively-received Xbox One (Or Xbone to the majority of gamers that have seen it previously), and the Playstation 4's powerful reveal and software line up, it became apparent that there was a choice to be made. Before I get to my preferred choice, I will tell you what I liked and disliked about what I saw today.
What I liked: Today's conference began with Microsoft, which can really be called "damage control". After a less-than-stellar reveal event with the Xbox One, which presenting a very disheartening image to video gamers of a great majority, it was a necessary move and Microsoft certainly came out swinging. They displayed several titles and made many of them known exclusives including: Dead Rising 3, Crimson Dragon, and several others. I did find these titles and a few others to be quite interesting and with the focus placed on the video games, it proved to be a bit of a burden-lifter off of Microsoft's shoulders.
Then came the Playstation 4 press conference and everything changed from there. Boasting higher graphical power, a surprisingly low price ($399), and several exclusives and titles that simply were a lot more interesting to me personally, it was the clear winner for the day. A lot of information that was missing in the Microsoft conference was made incredibly clear in the Sony conference which, again, made the console that much more appealing to me.
What I did not like: Some things that I did not like was the limited coverage on Spike TV. It was only the Microsoft conference and EA as well, while everything else was to be shown via live stream on one of several websites. Due to the weather, the live streams had plenty of hiccups so it was a bit of an annoyance. Getting to the conferences themselves, the lacking of any clarification on Microsoft's part really was disheartening to me, especially after showing the games they had available. While the exclusives will be a bit of a loss, in comparison to what I will be getting out of the PS4, the hassles of the Xbox One remain a strong point of contention. Some technical issues, while amusing during the conference, were also pretty annoying. As stated before, some of the exclusives with the Xbox One just made me sad. They looked that good that I will miss playing them unless their exclusivity is broken, which I would be grateful for.
Who do I believe won E3 Day One: While I believe that the winner is very much clear to those who viewed the conference, I will simply say that the PS4 is a much more likely purchased console than the Xbox One. It simply has more power, greater clarity in its functionality, more exciting exclusives and the potential to really bring a variety of options to gamers, not just to anyone that happens to have a TV to play video games on. While the new games shown for the Xbox One were compelling enough to get me thinking about it a bit more, once the PS4 was on the stage floor there really was no turning back. Sony takes away E3 Day One as the victor and the next console that I will purchase along the line will be the PS4.
What I liked: Today's conference began with Microsoft, which can really be called "damage control". After a less-than-stellar reveal event with the Xbox One, which presenting a very disheartening image to video gamers of a great majority, it was a necessary move and Microsoft certainly came out swinging. They displayed several titles and made many of them known exclusives including: Dead Rising 3, Crimson Dragon, and several others. I did find these titles and a few others to be quite interesting and with the focus placed on the video games, it proved to be a bit of a burden-lifter off of Microsoft's shoulders.
Then came the Playstation 4 press conference and everything changed from there. Boasting higher graphical power, a surprisingly low price ($399), and several exclusives and titles that simply were a lot more interesting to me personally, it was the clear winner for the day. A lot of information that was missing in the Microsoft conference was made incredibly clear in the Sony conference which, again, made the console that much more appealing to me.
What I did not like: Some things that I did not like was the limited coverage on Spike TV. It was only the Microsoft conference and EA as well, while everything else was to be shown via live stream on one of several websites. Due to the weather, the live streams had plenty of hiccups so it was a bit of an annoyance. Getting to the conferences themselves, the lacking of any clarification on Microsoft's part really was disheartening to me, especially after showing the games they had available. While the exclusives will be a bit of a loss, in comparison to what I will be getting out of the PS4, the hassles of the Xbox One remain a strong point of contention. Some technical issues, while amusing during the conference, were also pretty annoying. As stated before, some of the exclusives with the Xbox One just made me sad. They looked that good that I will miss playing them unless their exclusivity is broken, which I would be grateful for.
Who do I believe won E3 Day One: While I believe that the winner is very much clear to those who viewed the conference, I will simply say that the PS4 is a much more likely purchased console than the Xbox One. It simply has more power, greater clarity in its functionality, more exciting exclusives and the potential to really bring a variety of options to gamers, not just to anyone that happens to have a TV to play video games on. While the new games shown for the Xbox One were compelling enough to get me thinking about it a bit more, once the PS4 was on the stage floor there really was no turning back. Sony takes away E3 Day One as the victor and the next console that I will purchase along the line will be the PS4.
Monday, June 3, 2013
Second Blog: The Reputation
As a writer, there are a few things that must be taken into consideration before attempting to write something meant for publication. Among these things are the potential ramifications that come with producing a written work. What you write, as a writer, stays with you for as long as you are alive. It remains your legacy and only the next work you create can change that, if at all.
As such, considering the content and topic that I will be putting forth in my writing, it begs the question: what do I expect to become of my reputation following this book's publication? To be honest, my reputation is the last thing that I would consider to be affected by this. Rather, I expect to simply be looked upon as some sort of strange individual for even considering writing such a thing, let alone actually putting it to paper.
I cannot avoid that labeling and that is why the task of a writer is so important. Many interesting stories are kept within the minds of those that think very clearly, simply because of the fear of being ridiculed or shunned in society. I do not have such a fear. Rather, I invite the shunning or shaming because in the end, it simply means that the world is as small and close-minded as I have always thought. I will produce a written work that will essentially open eyes and bring about new ways of thinking about a subject that is, for some strange reason, difficult to discuss. Whether or not my reputation survives is merely an afterthought. Lord Inu, signing out.
First Blog - Beginnings as a Writer
Following my finishing of the college process, I had learned many things regarding the human race. Their processes with imparting education, their processes with communication, mating, harming and destruction. To me, it appeared that the college area was more of a secondary step above what the humans call "high school". The difference being, it requires a greater deal of money than that of the lower process.
Regardless of that, I gained further knowledge regarding these creatures that would prove to be essential to the eventual action that I would soon take: bringing about the beginning of the new world for myself and all who ally themselves with the Almighty Infection. Among the steps required is to be able to spread about my capabilities as an articulate individual. What better way to do that than by indulging in something that I enjoy: writing.
Writing is a process that I enjoy particularly as it allows me to express myself creatively. However, the greatest moment that any writer aspires for is the potential to produce something that can be read and known by anyone and everyone. Of course, given the kind of individual and writer that I aspire to be, I have no intention of writing just any writing. I desire to write something that will shake the world to its core. I will write something that will expose a fact of life that is kept underground; in doing so I will achieve my goal as a writer.
Thus, I write Eros: Sinful Expressions of a Deviant. Eros will be an erotica unlike any other. A tome that brings to the eyes of those that read it a portal to a world that is rarely explored. By the end of the book, those that read it will be aware of what truly lies deep inside of every living creature's mind and heart: desire. Desire to enjoy oneself, desire to take pleasure in the flesh, desire to freely express what they fear is "abnormal". I will expose the foolishness behind the concept of "normalcy" by presenting that which is truly "normal" within us all. Normalcy will cease to exist and only "Natural" will be the term to describe what it is we are.
Stay tuned for more information regarding the writing of this book. Lord Inu, signing out.
Regardless of that, I gained further knowledge regarding these creatures that would prove to be essential to the eventual action that I would soon take: bringing about the beginning of the new world for myself and all who ally themselves with the Almighty Infection. Among the steps required is to be able to spread about my capabilities as an articulate individual. What better way to do that than by indulging in something that I enjoy: writing.
Writing is a process that I enjoy particularly as it allows me to express myself creatively. However, the greatest moment that any writer aspires for is the potential to produce something that can be read and known by anyone and everyone. Of course, given the kind of individual and writer that I aspire to be, I have no intention of writing just any writing. I desire to write something that will shake the world to its core. I will write something that will expose a fact of life that is kept underground; in doing so I will achieve my goal as a writer.
Thus, I write Eros: Sinful Expressions of a Deviant. Eros will be an erotica unlike any other. A tome that brings to the eyes of those that read it a portal to a world that is rarely explored. By the end of the book, those that read it will be aware of what truly lies deep inside of every living creature's mind and heart: desire. Desire to enjoy oneself, desire to take pleasure in the flesh, desire to freely express what they fear is "abnormal". I will expose the foolishness behind the concept of "normalcy" by presenting that which is truly "normal" within us all. Normalcy will cease to exist and only "Natural" will be the term to describe what it is we are.
Stay tuned for more information regarding the writing of this book. Lord Inu, signing out.
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