I actually enjoyed reading my manuscript, and it was pretty fun to do. It felt weird to read through something that I had written myself, but I liked it. I'm usually not a fan of wanting to read my own work because I never think it's good enough. It's always good when I'm writing it, but when I read it; it just doesn't seem to sound right. It's not that I'm like conceited or anything, but I would think I'm a perfectionist. I'm really hard on myself sometimes even when it's good, and people say that. I can't accept the compliments sometimes... Weird right? Back to the point... I think they was great flow to the story, but there were some minor problems (setbacks.)
I believe that the book I'm writing is too detailed; which isn't bad, but it's too grown up for the kids. Then I think they aren't little kids, but they're in the fourth grade. I think they're able to comprehend such word uses, and other things that will be used in my book. Maybe simplifying some things in the book will be a good idea, but that's what editing is for right? Eventually I'll get to that part... For the most part, the place I'm at seems to be a good spot to start at. I was actually surprised to hear my voice when I read... If you know me then you know that I'm not much of a talker, but when I read something; I think I sound very articulate, and professional. I think I want to do like the whole voice changes for the characters, but I'm not sure yet; it would add a good thing to the book though!
Reiterating, the flow was pretty good for where I'm at; it could be better though. I'm not sure too sure on what the style would be, but I think it's my style type of writing (If I can say that?) I'm typically a good writer, and it comes easy for me. I'm definitely proud of myself for writing this; doing so well with the blogs, and writing the book. Putting the book in more simpler terms is my next step, or maybe I should leave it like it is... Leaves some things to be thought about. Overall... I like the work so far, but I need to put some changes into action :)
Enjoy!
I can still remember posting day one. I'm actually getting sad that this is over, and stressing that this will be due soon and there are too many things ahead of me. I bet about 3/4 of the class hasn't even started writing on their stories besides when we did it class. I bet they're stressin' too.
ReplyDeleteYou use many big words. Trying to impress, are we? Don't worry, you succeed.
Have a nice day =D
I don't think most of them even do it... But I just like big words. I'm not sure why though, but I just like them :) But gracias on the comment! I can't believe it's almost over either.
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