Merle Nygate
What’s the best thing about being a writer
I am torn; there are two contenders for the best thing about being a writer. The first ‘best thing’ is other writers. To paraphrase my muse, the immortal Nigel Molesworth, writers are noble, brave, fearless etc. But it’s not a joke; writers are good people.
The other terrific thing about being a writer is feedback from the people for whom you are writing. When I hear from a reader who has engaged with the characters I’ve created and the themes I’ve explored, it’s deeply satisfying. It’s like getting an answer to a letter and someone saying, ‘I know what you mean, I know people like that, I’ve been in that place, I’ve felt that too.’ I get a real sense of connection.
I am torn; there are two contenders for the best thing about being a writer. The first ‘best thing’ is other writers. To paraphrase my muse, the immortal Nigel Molesworth, writers are noble, brave, fearless etc. But it’s not a joke; writers are good people.
The other terrific thing about being a writer is feedback from the people for whom you are writing. When I hear from a reader who has engaged with the characters I’ve created and the themes I’ve explored, it’s deeply satisfying. It’s like getting an answer to a letter and someone saying, ‘I know what you mean, I know people like that, I’ve been in that place, I’ve felt that too.’ I get a real sense of connection.
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