Hi all, it's my first time post and I have a question.I have many ideas of science fiction and fantasy stories,I also can create one from anything i encounter or see. Anyone with an opinion to tell me how to get started in this writing journey or my first approach to start writing as a new aspiring writer,thank you.
Timothy
It doesn't suit everyone but a creative writing course is a good way to get started. There are many available online, but check out the pros and cons of each course provider before choosing which one to go with. Student reviews can be very revealing! I took mine with the Open University in 2012, but I think it has been discontinued.
There are two excellent books for both novice and more experienced writers. The first is 'Becoming a Writer' by Dorothea Brande. The second is 'Before You Write a Word' by James McCreet. Read 'Becoming a Writer' first.
Enjoy the adventure.
Richard Elder
Some people need a plan to write and some can just wing it all the way through. You probably need to determine which you are first. I've always been the type that, as long as I have a vague idea of the ending, I can just go ahead without much of a plan, but I know some writers create very detailed plans for each chapter. There are some good videos on you tube about being a plotter or a pantser (taken from the phrase 'seat of your pants'). There is so much more to know, but that's a good place to start.
I would also recommend you just start writing and get something on your “paper”, well it’s probably a laptop :-) This is nothing carved in stone which means you can reedit your texts as long as you want until you feel satisfied :-) Sometimes I delete hundreds of words and just write something new. This is the life of a wannabe author. :-) What is your story about? Is it a short story or are you planning or writing a novel? I’m curious to hear! Cheers