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Writing is a not a process that deals only with a pen and paper; it also involves the brain. Writing is not as easy as it looks, and the toughest part is getting started. The following are some ways that will help writers get started with the writing process.When writing a paper authors have to think about their subject, purpose, and audience. At the beginning of the first paragraph they should try to catch the reader's attention with a short,an clear opening statement. This helps motivate the audience to read more, and makes the over all essay more interesting. | [[File:Creative-writing-courses--007.jpg]] | ||
Writing is a not a process that deals only with a pen and paper; it also involves the brain. Writing is not as easy as it looks, and the toughest part is getting started. The following are some ways that will help writers get started with the writing process. When writing a paper authors have to think about their subject, purpose, and audience. At the beginning of the first paragraph they should try to catch the reader's attention with a short,an clear opening statement. This helps motivate the audience to read more, and makes the over all essay more interesting. | |||
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With the focus and [[What is "audience"?|audience]] in mind, writers should come up with related ideas. These ideas will help them construct the body of their essay. The body will support the thesis statement, and it will also tell the reader what to expect as they read on. (Hacker 15) | With the focus and [[What is "audience"?|audience]] in mind, writers should come up with related ideas. These ideas will help them construct the body of their essay. The body will support the thesis statement, and it will also tell the reader what to expect as they read on. (Hacker 15) | ||
*[http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l271/szahid/brainstorm.jpg. Brainstorm] | *[http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l271/szahid/brainstorm.jpg. Brainstorm] | ||
=== Use some one else's work as a jumping off point === | |||
A truly original idea is extremely hard to come by. All writers have their influences that will come through in what they write, whether it is consciously done or not. Using an established idea to get going is perfectly acceptable, as long as the finished product is not a direct rip off or copy of the established concept.[http://www.dailywritingtips.com/how-to-generate-hundreds-of-writing-ideas/] | |||
=== Plan on paper === | === Plan on paper === | ||
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A writer needs to have all the writing materials- lists, diagrams, and outlines- close at hand when an intial draft is being written. Such planning materials will encourage the writer to keep writing. Include in the draft an introduction with thesis, body paragraphs with supporting details, and a conclusion. For most kinds of writing, an introduction announces a man idea, several body paragraphs develop it, and a conclusion drives it home. A writer can begin drafting, however, at any point. For example, if it is difficult to write an introduction first, save it for later and draft the body first. When finished with the first draft, proofread and edit much as possible. Once the first draft is complete and proofread, continue the writing process with the second draft and then the final. (Hacker 13) | A writer needs to have all the writing materials- lists, diagrams, and outlines- close at hand when an intial draft is being written. Such planning materials will encourage the writer to keep writing. Include in the draft an introduction with thesis, body paragraphs with supporting details, and a conclusion. For most kinds of writing, an introduction announces a man idea, several body paragraphs develop it, and a conclusion drives it home. A writer can begin drafting, however, at any point. For example, if it is difficult to write an introduction first, save it for later and draft the body first. When finished with the first draft, proofread and edit much as possible. Once the first draft is complete and proofread, continue the writing process with the second draft and then the final. (Hacker 13) | ||
===Don't Stop Writing=== | |||
Writer's block is less likely to happen if you keep writing. Also practice make perfect. Similar the brainstorming. Once you have started writing something that you like, even when you have passed the point where you don't think what you are writing is your best, keep on writing. A writer can always go back and edit later.[http://www.moniquepolak.com/writing-tips/tips-for-getting-started] | |||
== Links == | == Links == | ||
*[http://www.germaineahoston.com/How%20Do%20I%20Get%20Started%20Writing.pdf. How do I get started writing?] | *[http://www.germaineahoston.com/How%20Do%20I%20Get%20Started%20Writing.pdf. How do I get started writing?] | ||
== Works Cited == | == Works Cited == | ||
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