Good writing improves in the rewriting. Taking time to refine structure, clarity, and flow makes all the difference. Skill grows through practice and thoughtful editing. Which area of your writing are you currently working to improve?

I put a new instructional video on the About page. It is about openings to a story and discusses the openings of some pretty well known stories. Let me know if you got something from it and if you have any follow-up questions or comments. I'm interested to know if you agree or disagree with anything I say in the video, or about the video itself and how it comes across.

While it is often said that you should write about what you know, or like, would you go outside your comfort zone to write something you knew nothing about? What if you could put some of what you know into it? Would you do it for the love of writing or pass up the challenge? What if there was a possible payment or prize involved?

There is no single right way to write, but there is a right way for you. Some writers thrive with detailed outlines, while others discover their story as they go. The key is understanding your process and refining it so it works for your goals rather than against them. Are you more of a planner or a discovery writer, and how has that shaped your results?

The meet and greet today was a small success. No one showed up but that is alright by me. I am not disappointed. I got the experience of preparing for it and now I know how to do it as well as how easy it is for members to get in, barring time constraints that is. There was a link right on the community tab that will let you join. I hope that the next one will be better attended because I am looking forward to communing with the community. I want to get to know you all better and be the best leader of this group as I can by building those relationships. I was hoping to get some input from the community as to what you want to see happen in "The Write Way" community. I can have ideas but I also know you will have some too. I value your opinion and truly believe that together we can make this a useful, fun, and productive community were members know they are valued and can get and give value as a group. Do you like the idea of writing a real story as a group? Do you like the idea of a writing competition that you can invite your friends and fellow writers to join the community with and also participate in. Would real prizes be an option, and, if so, what prizes would you consider a prize worth participation. I think it would be great to have a poem, or short story competition to inspire us. Finally, please let me know what you expect from this community?