A Little About My Writing Ambitions

I always wanted to write a best-seller, especially in the horror/thriller genre, but after exploring every form of writing possible while studying my Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing, I've found that being able to produce a well-written essay or successful poem provides the same level of satisfaction. It doesn't matter what I write, as long as I write it well.

Writing for children is the hardest, yet most rewarding, albeit not in a monetary sense. Yes, it's a harder market to crack, but a child's enthusiasm for a story I've written holds a magic that adults just don't possess.

The most important thing for me right now is that everything I write makes a difference to someone's life. Whether it's successful copy for an advertisement, a poem for a special event or a bigger project, my goal is to make a difference with carefully crafted words.

Monday, May 19, 2008

Online Study

I have found studying online convenient but challenging. Applying myself and completing what is required of me isn’t a problem; it’s leaving the study to do the housework that requires self-discipline.

Online study gives new meaning to effective communication for both teacher and student. The teacher has to ensure that their words are clear and not open to misinterpretation and the student must take the time to read things thoroughly, often more than once to ensure they fully understand what is required. If the student doesn’t understand they can always ask questions and are encouraged to do so. The problem is when the student believes they have understood the instructions only to learn they have misinterpreted on a grand scale.

Online study is a learning curve for both teacher and student. As long as both accept and embrace this, online study can only be improved.
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The star of my first children's story, 'Magpie's Nest'.

The star of my first children's story, 'Magpie's Nest'.
Magpie returns to the tallest tree in the park to discover his nest and the branch where it sat gone!