Thus far in writing for story I have been inspired. After reading Jon Franklin’s Preface, I felt more knowledgeable about the craft of narrative. His advice is strikingly simple and straightforward. However he surprised me and held my interest by writing, “If your first story doesn’t turn out well, don’t fix it. Throw it away. […] Stories are nothing. The process is everything (xviii).” I wasn’t sure exactly what he meant by this—are stories nothing because they are all really just the same story about the human condition? Are stories replaceable, interchangeable? I would really like to know more about this particular statement.
My favorite aspect of the book is that it is so personal to both the reader and the writer. It’s not a dry how to book but a high stakes challenge to be the best writer you can be—if that’s what you’re into. A part that stood out to me, for what I struggle with when I write, is when Franklin talks about making sure your conflict matches your resolution. I really thought his outlining chapter was incredibly helpful too. I mean, I haven’t put his tools into practice yet but I think they really help me with my re-write!
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