Read On Write On

Some people will tell you to writean outline so you know what you are going to write. However, even though it’s nice to know what you are going to write, I honestly don’t do that.

I believe an outline is too restricting. When you make an outline, you are expected to stick with it, but as you write your ideas change and you think of new and better ways to improve their story.

That’s why I write what’s in my head. In other words, I let my imagination go wild. I tried the whole outline thing with a story once and I didn’t end up following it at all. In fact, I’d say only one chapter actually followed my outline and I’m pretty sure that’s because I wrote it before I made the outline.

The only problem with not writing down ideas is that if you let your imagination go wild and you have an idea, you may forget it. That has also happened to me on numerous occasions.

So, these are my tips on how to start a story. First, if you don’t think that your ideas will change then make an outline so you know what you are gonna write. Second, if you think your ideas may change then let your imagination go wild so the ideas can flow freely.

Just make sure you know the cons of these tips because when there are pros there will always be cons.

I hope this helped. Good luck with your story.