Every day, I set aside some time to write and do any coursework needed. It’s time set aside from paid work, housework, social life, hobbies etc and it is down to me how – and how well – I use the time.
This week has been more about reading than writing, with most of my literary time spent in Americanah, or textbooks, or newspapers.
After Thursday’s post I practiced what I preached and bought a newspaper to dig through over the next few days. It is big and has many supplements so it’ll take me a bit of time to dissect the stories and articles, balance them and see what, if anything, inspires me.
I already have a few ideas and I am eager to see if they fly…
Although there are no new words on paper, to write I must give myself time to read, so this week was like research, or an extension of my learning.
It’s been a good exercise in identifying how the right word was chosen, understanding the subtle manipulations of thought that writers have to achieve, identifying what grabs my attention as a reader.
In many respects, it has been an opportunity to review my recent learning on style, language and context.
Over the next week I will be getting into my next writing course, playing with the newspaper articles to see what they create, and finishing Americanah so I have a chance to reflect on difference in writing.
For now, I am going to curl up with a good book and a pile of newspaper in the hope that I can share my experiences with you next week!
Happy writing,
EJ
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