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Date Posted: 16:06:46 01/02/08 Wed
Author: Cece (I did all my university papers that way too.)
Subject: I am a pantser, that is, I write by the seat of my pants. I don't really know where I'm going, and make it up as I go along. The characters lead me, not with the overall theme, but with how I get them there. I do my own editing and proofing. I tend to try to get it right as I type, and can't let an error go. But I'm trying to change. I'm trying to get it all written, then go back and fill in. I don't agonize over each paragraph, but I will often write and just discard the whole thing. If it's not just about there first off, it is never going to make it. I always read my stories out loud. That way, I catch the clunkers.
In reply to: usmgrad 's message, "Is it possible to edit astory too much? How do you know when it's "just right"? Do you rely on someone else to read it and give you input? Have you ever posted something just written, no editing? Just looking for ways to improve my writing, thought you all might have some suggestions." on 15:25:26 12/27/07 Thu


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  • I have only written a little for JAG, but done more writing in other places. I always have to edit. And I try not to be afraid of making both little and big changes. But I think you have to be careful not to overwork it and take away all of the rough edges that make your story unique. One thing that works for me is to just start typing a whole section of story over again and changing things as I go. It seems to help keep things all in one voice, compared to when I try to tweak here and there. (NT) -- lska, 12:33:55 01/08/08 Tue

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