I don’t remember where I read a saying: There is a total amount of expression in a person’s life. The more you talk, the less you leave to write, and vice versa.
Therefore, people who like to talk leave less writings.
Therefore, most authors give the impression of being taciturn, because the more they say, the less they leave for words.
This is of course a romantic statement, but the reality is much crueler.
The desire to talk and express has always been a consumable product, but it is difficult to replenish it.
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Before writing this book, I was forced to eliminate four themes, scrap four outlines, and five beginnings.
I come up with new themes again and again, and then spend time making outlines, settings, and filling up folders. I handed the beginning to the editor with great anticipation, and then threw it away with disappointment.
Knock it down and start over.
Each time, it was a blow to the passion for creation. The last time, during the Spring Festival, she handed the outline to the editor. She was not sure, so she handed it to the editor for help.
The editor-in-chief’s answer was simple: change the subject.
I:……
The flame of creation in my heart was extinguished with a "pop". During those days, I was lying in the house in my hometown, my mind was in chaos, and I had only one thought:
Don’t think about what subject to write about, just keep your passion for creation first!
So, amidst the sound of New Year's firecrackers, I started reading and scanning the charts. The flames were barely kept alive, but new questions came one after another: I still don't know what the new book is about.
Talking in the group, some book friends said: Then rest first and wait for inspiration to come.
I had a grimace on my face and thought to myself, it's easier said than done. Wait until inspiration comes before working. That's the prerogative of an artist, not something that an online writer can expect.
Writing online articles is a job. You can't expect to be inspired to write words. Instead, you have to squeeze out your brain power and squeeze out the content. No matter whether it's windy or rainy, whether you have inspiration or not, you can gain a little bit.
Later, when I finished writing the beginning of this book and submitted it to the editor for review, I said to myself: Even if you think this is not possible, I will insist on writing it.
I really don’t want to push it all over again, I’m going to vomit. If the torture continues, the enthusiasm will really be lost.
Fortunately, the result is ok.
Then let’s write it… Although it is also a fairy tale theme, I have some experience in it before. But in fact, the two books are quite different. Both the writing method and the content need to be re-explored.
How to write the character of a reincarnation of a big shot so that he can be as down-to-earth as possible while maintaining a certain level of character? Come alive? Instead of being aloof and becoming a god of clay sculptures and wood carvings, peeling off the gold paint and leaving everything empty.
How can we make the rhythm better, make the structure clearer, reduce the fragmentation of the plot, and make the transition smoother?
How to use plot to catch people while lacking cultivation content and downplaying the sense of upgrading? How does the protagonist's personality interact with the supporting characters?
how……
how……
How can I still maintain my passion for writing on the basis of having already written a novel about Xianxia without becoming bored due to repetition?
There are many problems, some are doing well, some are still groping, and some have no clue.
Got some criticism and also got some praise.
After stumbling and stumbling, I finally reached the point of being put on the shelves. Although I put it on the shelves many times, my anxiety and nervousness only increased every time.
But I think that having experienced many battles, I should be ready to face any outcome, just like the title of the previous chapters:
If you go along, don't be overjoyed; if you go against, don't be discouraged.
I glanced at the time and realized that I only had a thousand words to write this acceptance speech, which took me an hour and a half. However, the result was a mess, and I felt the urge to start over.
Cover your face.
But I still didn’t change it. My mind was not clear late at night, and my words were a bit confusing. In short, there were still three words:
【Please subscribe】Ah friends!
【subscription! 】Super loud!
At around 12 noon, the chapter will be released. I hope everyone can give me an initial subscription so that this story will have a bright future.
As for updates and so on, you will know that I can write a thousand-word testimonial with the speed of a turtle, so I will do my best.
If you don’t save the manuscript, you can publish it as much as you write, with a guarantee of 10,000 words.
Finally, on New Year’s Day, I sent a tweet and quoted something I like very much. I copied it down today and gave it to myself and everyone who is studying and working:
The road ahead is not crowded because there are really not many people persisting.
