Get Started Writing
By Ginny Wiehardt, About.com Guide to Fiction Writing
Learn more about the key elements of fiction, such as characterization, point of view, and dialogue, even as you find the time, the writing space, and the community that will allow you to sustain your work over time.
The Craft of Writing
Though you have intuited many aspects of craft through reading or even high school literature classes, as you work on stories or novels, you will learn to approach the elements of fiction as a writer, not a reader. Review the fundamental building blocks of fiction now, to have them fresh in your mind as you write, or simply know that they're here should you get stuck during the writing process.
Your Writing Life
In addition to working on craft, you'll want to devote some time and energy forging a life that will support your writing in the longterm. After all, it's not always easy to focus on writing and withstand rejection while living in a culture that places a high premium on money and outward success. Find sources of inspiration, create a shedule, and make a space for your writing with the articles, exercises, and reviews below.
