5 Creative Writing Exercises from Famous Authors

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Which is your favorite writing exercise from the video? If you're looking for more inspiration, be sure to subscribe to my free newsletter, The Inkwell, where I share more resources about writing and creativity: nicolebianchi.com/newsletter/

[@Bennierack]

You make such amazing content. I learnt so much, i don't know which is my favourite. TYSM

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Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@JosephDickson]

Damon Knight's advice is solid, I picked up a 40 year old unused copy on thriftbooks and enjoy leaving my own notes in the generous margins.

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Awesome! There's so much fantastic advice in his book.

[@Mienarrr]

These tips are absolutely amazing! Thank you a lot!

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Thank you!

[@arnavdurani9962]

thank you for putting this together.

[@passage2enBleu]

What a wonderful video. And the books referenced are excellent. The 'I remember...' prompt is what I am using, as I'm trying to shake loose memories from forty+ years ago. I love Bradbury's advice on the word association too - an old Bradbury fan here.

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Thank you! Bradbury is always a font of writing wisdom.

[@justingibson6915]

I knew this was going to be a great video as soon as I heard Gnossienne when discussing mood. That’s literally the song I’m using to help me establish the mood for an entire trilogy. Also I tried to pick a favorite but I couldn’t 🤷‍♂️ these were all so helpful. Thank you!

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Thank you! Erik Satie's music is fantastic. Excellent choice for your trilogy! All the best with your writing.

[@Riogi]

Thank you for your teachings.

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Thank you very much! I hope you found the video helpful.

[@auberjean6873]

Thank you for the inspiration!

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Thank you so much!

[@auberjean6873]

@InkwellMedia Just as those who opined before me, I like all five ideas. I'm most intrigued by Damon Knight's tip. The narrator's mood completely colors how they see everything. I think the most challenging tip is George R.R. Martin's about writing dialogue for different kinds of people. It isn't easy to get out of my head but these tips already have my creativity piqued! Many thanks, Nicole.

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Happy to hear you enjoyed the writing exercise! I really like the George R. R. Martin one too. There are so many things to consider about what will affect a character's voice: age, occupation, education, and so much more. Thanks for watching!

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