Storyology from Both Sides of the Page
Now, as a writer, you need to have one. Just like you should also have a reading journal to help you become a better writer. I’ve gone through Pinterest, and many people say you need to have a writer’s journal / notebook, but no one tells you what to actually put in there.
‘Tis the season to promise yourself the world and disappoint yourself by March. But, there’s a way to increase the chances of you accomplishing those goals.
To be a good writer, you have to be a good reader. That’s why I started keeping a reading journal. It’s an excellent tool to keep the reader in me alive!
There are a few things you can still do to make sure you’re continuing to focus on your story. Like researching in these 5 ways.
Take what you need and delete what you want. Remember, this is a start of the basics. If you can get these scenes in, you’re in a good place.