Writing tips for Learning the Craft of Storytelling.
- Study comedians – the reason comedy is, well, funny is that comedians know how to tell stories in a way that keeps us on the edge of our seat, and then they surprise us, which often initiates the laughter.
- Learn from great storytellers – Stephen King is one of the best storytellers of all time. He has a book, On Writing, that touches on this craft. Give it a read for some of the best writing tips you’ll find.
- Read as much as you can – Writers learn how to write through reading. The more you read, and the wider variety of genres, the more you’ll naturally pick up on the art of storytelling.
- Get feedback on your stories – This is the hardest, but most crucial writing tip to help you improve. You have to understand your weaknesses in order to make them stronger.
The above four tips are from Bella Rose Pope)
Here’s an extra tip about getting feedback. Your family and friends are NOT the ones to ask. They either love everything you write or pick it apart. If you want feedback, I recommend joining a writers group with people who like you but are not invested in your success or failure. They won’t be afraid, to be honest with you nor will they have any ulterior motives for subtly, with a smile, nixing your ability as a writer. Students and clients who haven’t taken my advice on this matter will back me up.
If you have to go to family and friends, you might ask them to keep their comments within these guidelines. Instruct them to tell you:
- What do they like about your writing?
- What do they want more of?
- What they didn’t understand.
That should give you enough information to work with prior to contacting a professional.
Enjoy!
