I picked up the paperback of my novel the other day
and started reading through it. By the time I’d finished a paragraph I
think I might have cringed at least five times. The scary things is that
the novel was only finished less than a
year ago. I don’t think it’s even a case of my writing skills
improving, but more of one of comparison.
Recently, I’ve been
dabbling in fanfic and have come across some really amazing writers.
It’s got me thinking that if these writers are able to craft their
stories so well at something they’re not wanting to publish
professionally, then what hope do I have of capturing a reader’s
attention with my meagre skills? I know I’m not terrible and I’ve come a
long way from when I first started, but it also feels like there’s a
limit to how much I will ever be able to improve.
Writing is stylistic and some people are just born with the ability to
wield words in a more pleasing style. I also know that very few writers
get by on talent alone and I should just keep going regardless. Which is
what I will definitely do. It’s just hard
is all.
