Crash Course in Creative Writing: Part 2

 Hello everyone!

Thanks for joining me for Part 2 of a crash course in Creative Writing.

Okay, so this part is really focusing on Outlines. Now, some people don’t need outlines, they simply like to “feel” their way through a manuscript, and allow their character’s to take over; leading them from chapter to chapter.

If you can do this, I applaud you –because I cannot!

So often, a writer has the tendency to give away too much, or not enough information; particularly within the first 3 chapters; which is the crux of any manuscript. The first 3 chapters are crucial to construct flawlessly, because that’s really where the reader decides if they wanna keep reading to find out what happens.

This is why outlines can be so useful; they force you to streamline your thoughts, one by one from each chapter. With outlining, you won’t feel overwhelmed with too many ideas at once. It will help you reveal the right amount of information at the right time.

1. Break the outline down. Give yourself about 2 pages per chapter. Make short, to-the-point sentences on each character you’re working on. DO NOT WORRY ABOUT DIALOGUE!! That will come when you finally start writing your manuscript. This is for important plot points only!

2. Keep the focus on moving your story forward. Think about what has to be shown (and hidden) in each chapter, and what will make the story progress as you move on.

3. Then, you have to do a cause/effect. Think about why your character felt a certain way, which led to a direct, specific action.

Remember, there’s not set way, or order this has to be done it; think about the plot will unfold & how the complete story will come together.

If you have any Creative Writing questions, feel free to e-mail me: creativewritings247@gmail.com or hit me up on Twitter: http://twitter.com/Iamcreative247
Make sure to check out my Channel weekly for a NEW Crash Course in Creative Writing video: http://www.youtube.com/creativewritings247

Crash Course in Creative Writing: Part 1

Hey Everyone! Thanks for stopping by :-)

As promised, I will be updating my blogsite everytime I upload a new video; since I don't like making long-ass videos anymore lol

Anyway, Part 1 is focusing on Character Development. It is soooo important that a Writer connects with the reader, and the only way that was happen successfully is if the Character (especially the main character) is as REAL and RELATABLE as possible! I can't stress that enough.

So many great story ideas fall apart because of poor character development.

Now, I really like the 20 questions exercise, as I said in the video, because it forces you to dig deeper into why your character is a Villain, Temptress, Murderer, etc.

One thing people are often not conscious of, is that when they create characters, they often base them off  themselves, or someone they wish they were. With the 20 questions exercise, it enables you to take yourself out of the equation & step outside of the box.

Now, I know a few people may think it's kinda weird to ask a fictional character questions, like: "Have you ever stolen from a friend", or "What was the best lie you ever told"
But think about it: How often are YOU asked these questions? Not often, I'm sure.

Even if you don't use all of the information in the 20 questions exercise, it will still give your character and story, much more depth & realism. 

My hope for you, is that you pick up where I left off (since I only gave you 10 questions) and you really take the time to analyze your story & what direction you want your character to take.

If you have any Creative Writing questions, feel free to e-mail me: creativewritings247@gmail.com or hit me up on Twitter: http://twitter.com/Iamcreative247
Make sure to check out my Channel weekly for a NEW Crash Course in Creative Writing video: http://www.youtube.com/creativewritings247

Where is Cre?

Some of you are probably wondering where I've been & why I haven't posted videos on Youtube, been on BlogTV or Skype....well, to be blunt, life is kicking my ass right now!

Now, I've never been one to wear a veneer of happiness or a plastic smile & pretend everything's okay. I don't know how to. 

I actually do give a crap about my channel and the type of videos I put out; therefore, I won't be uploading any videos until I get my sh*t together.

Now, some of you might be saying: "Cre, your issues off-line have nothing to do with your channel, keep posting videos!"

Um, no.

As I said, I can't fake feelings. If I get in front of the camera, believe me, you're gonna know something's wrong. I wear my emotions on my face constantly; hell, if you follow me on twitter, you already know something's up based off the type of tweets I put out -I can't help it. 

I'm not a half-ass person & if I can't give 100% of myself to something, then I give nothing -until I can be completely present.

I am constantly humbled by the people who watch my videos and make it a point to compliment me. I'm amazed anyone watches me at all! I don't ever want to get to the point where I stop caring; once that happens, I might as well cancel my YouTube account.

But don't worry, that's NOT going to happen!

I'll be back posting videos and hopefully making someone out there smile. I don't try to be anything other that what I am; and I thank all of you who support me for just being myself.

-Cre