Do you have an ideal reader? If so, how does this reader make a difference in your writing? Why do you trust them with your writing?
My Answer:
I have an “idealized reader” that I write to. She was once the love of my life and sharp as a tack, erudite and extraordinarily perceptive. I write to her in my mind, and even hold conversations about characterization, plot elements, pacing and transitions. She married a friend and I haven't seen them in thirty years. But I write to her in my mind every day. Like you, I'd like a real, live adult reader that I could interact with. Sadly, I haven't made that acquaintance yet. Until I do, I'll write to my chimera.
Now for the skiddlydiddly:
You do not have to be a writer to participate in the Writer's Weekly Question. Anyone with a relevant comment is welcome to participate. Simply write a response you would be proud to post at your blog or journal, post the response, come back here and post a link so that everyone can read and enjoy. It's as simple as that!
Special Thank You to Vince for the graphic.
2 comments:
Wow, that is some romantic story! Has she ever actually read something you wrote?
Oh yes, Gerrit, we parted friends. They're still together, thirty-four years later. It was a case of "true love," I suspect.
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