I really don't know where to start when looking at myself as a writer. Hmmm.....I guess that I am definately a careful writer. To clarify, I write slowly and with a lot of thought going towards what the final paper, essay, etc. will be.
I tend to write many separate drafts of assignments. This is my process to achieve the best possible writing that I am able to do. It also gives me a chance to catch simple mistakes such as punctuation.
I also tend to get the opinion of others on my drafts before continuing. Usually this is in the form of others in the same class or even the class instructor. For instance, last semester I had to write a 12 page term paper for my history class. By the time that I handed it in, I had completed 4 drafts and had it reviewed by 3 other students and the class instructor.
In being a careful writer I also tend to edit my ideas on paper by crossing them out. This way I can always go back to what I have previously written for ideas. This seems to work out best for me when it comes to the style of wording that I use.
In addition to saving my ideas, I also like to mimic (not copy) other writers' styles. I read quite often. When reading I like to take note of differences in writing styles. This includes tone, rhythm, fluidity, and use of writing devices such as alliteration. By modeling my writing after those that I admire, I am able to adapt and improve my writing.
So I guess that I'm a careful writer.
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
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