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The question for this month is why do I write what I write? That is a very intriguing question. I've been writing for about 30 years. The main thread I've written is romance. I enjoy the thrill of feeling loved, cherished, and watched over--of which I missed out on while growing up.
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Writing has always brought pleasure and fostered escapism. It's as though I'm experiencing firsthand what the characters are.
I started out with high fantasy because world-building came naturally to me. Centaurs, goblins, elves, gods, monsters. It's been decades since I've touched on this genre, and I plan to explore that again in the near future. I believe it will be like visiting an old friend who has not forgotten me!
I started dabbling in realistic fiction in 2011 and haven't turned back since (discounting historical which is my utter favorite right now--it takes place in Renaissance times where chivalry was ALIVE!) Le sigh.
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F. Hayez, The Kiss, 1859. © Pinacoteca di Brera, Milan, Italy / Bridgeman Images |
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Because chivalry extended into the Regency Era, I also plan to dabble there a few to try my hand. It should be an easy transition, right? Haha!
I've written a thriller where the love interest is killed because of poor choices but that was my entire point of the book--almost like a cautionary tale. My books tend to be uplifting and light. Ahem...
I find my writing as a great means of escape. If I had the choice to go to the movies or two hours of uninterrupted writing time, of course, I'd choose writing! Writing is beautiful!
I would love to know what your reasons are for writing?
Your reasons sound like what other fantasy writers say. I have always been in awe of how S/F and fantasy writers can create such fascinating and unique worlds. I can't. My world is recognisable. Which is okay. Happy IWSG, Elizabeth.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Joylene! I've dabbled in realistic fiction for such a long time I feel intimidated to start into the fantasy side but there's only one way to tell!!!
DeleteGlad you are looking to return to fantasy again. One of my favorite genres.
ReplyDeleteI have a few stories I can edit to get me back into gear. It's been long!
DeleteI like to write fantasy to escape too and I like a lot of what you mention about fantasy worlds. Like you, I may try a different genre.
ReplyDeleteThat's wonderful! I hope you find joy in it. :)
DeleteYour reasons are shared by many writers who've answered this question today. I know that's because your reasons are excellent ones.
ReplyDeleteThank you!
DeleteI've always seen writing as an escape ever since I was little and scribbling out my first stories.
ReplyDeleteAwesome! Isn't it just wonderful? *sigh*
DeleteEscapism is a great reason to write! I know I do the same thing. Thanks for sharing your writing journey!
ReplyDeleteThat's fabulous! Readers read our stuff for the same reason. What a wonderful symbiotic relationship we have. <3
DeleteI'm le-sighing right along with you. LOL Woman after my own heart! Thanks for visiting my blog.
ReplyDeleteYay! I'm happy to know I've met my match! xD
DeleteIt truly is a great escape. I love to lose myself in story--my own or someone else's! @samanthabwriter from
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That's so wonderful! Writing surely is a magical thing indeed!
DeleteMy obsession with reading morphed into a compulsion for writing. It's just something I have to do. Happy IWSG Day!
ReplyDeleteThat's fantastic! When a story demands to be told and you can write it, there's no stopping greatness!
DeleteLe sigh, indeed. I have written many stories in different genres and I sometimes get myself bogged down in feeling like I should perhaps be sticking to just one. But, we don't have much control over what shape the stories take, do we? I find that they often morph themselves into something wholly unexpected.
ReplyDeleteOh yassss! You're so right in that the writing takes on a life of its own--that's the pleasure of writing. Why not enjoy the ride of writing where your heart takes you?
Delete(Secretly, I believe that all writers should never be boxed)! Let's free ourselves and write whatever we desire! Maybe each genre can take a different name? xD
^different name as in pseudonym.
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