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We, authors, are a different creature altogether whenever reading a book. Rarely do we separate our minds as writers while we read--we silently take notes on character exposition, plot structure, word play, word repetition, grammar usage, misspelled words, formatting choice, etc. We silently study with a critical eye the font used inside the book, along with the manipulated photos that create the cover...
On some occasion, when a line jumps out or a plot twist catches us (as stated in this month's question), we admire--possibly lament!--how the writer crafts such cleverness. This happens as the muse whispers the inspired words or events that whip the stories about to create a cohesive reading experience.
All this is done on a subconscious level, whether fully aware or not--at least that's how I approach books.
Much of the time, whenever I read a genre I admire (Regency Romance), I envy the writer on the authority they have on the subject! But I know that it comes with research, study, and experience--something I've done but for the Renaissance Era.
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To outright answer this month's question, I don't remember feeling envious but awe as I stumble across inspiring lines. Clever plot twists catch my breath, but I don't typically become envious.
Some exciting news! Awaken: A Love Story on kindlevella, published its very last episode Sunday the 26th! Now to wait 30 days before I can publish it as a paperback...
How about you? Do you have author envy whenever you encounter a clever plot twist or a certain line?
4 comments:
And that's a far better reaction than envy.
I'm like you. I don't have author envy but appreciate their talent. That's awesome your book will come out in paperback next month.
I admire authors who research their chosen time period so thoroughly. I do research my sci-fi stories, but there's only so much you can research about a time yet to come. I agree with the word admire instead of envy.
Alex, thank you!
Natalie, honestly, the only time I envy another author is when they've started their career at the same time I have and have more titles out than I do! haha!
Diane, oh, wow...I'm intrigued! I agree--how do you research a future time period? Maybe delving into books and movies about said timeframe and gathering information and forging it into what works for you?
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