frankline461:

Well, whenever I want to write, I make a list of chapters and what would happen in them. Then I sub divide the chapters into episodes and what happens in them, all this with songs from my favorite artists playing softly in the background (songs from sia, Eminem or imagine dragons most times should do the tricks) although I do listen to other songs. And whenever I have a brain block, I just pick up my DVD remote and continue watching my American series, no time

Never thought of outlining the chapters before, I could try that. Thanks

OluwabuqqyYOLO:

Lol, not in that sense, dear. Thanks anyway.

I need another one from you soon

kayo80:


Okay. But can you name some methods that wo keep for you in the past?

Once I sat outdoors with a dog and stared so hard at the dog,kept my mind fixed and got my story. The next time I tried that I wasted over 2 hours of my time. Once I completed a story in a day cos I was given a deadline,next time I tried I lost a gig. I pick ideas from everyday scenarios as well(as in I can observe for africa). Someone advised I record my thoughts as they come, I tried that once and by the time I sat down to write,it was another story entirely. My sis says writing might not be for me(literally),that I could try working with someone where I give the story and the person does the writing. I'm seriously considering this as I have a vivid imagination,but struggling with penning it down to my satisfaction . Three of my friends are on my neck,to write a novel. Kpa I don't even know where to start explaining from.

Gucciqueen38:
I need another one from you soon

Another what, Princess?

OluwabuqqyYOLO:
Another what, Princess?

Short story

Gucciqueen38:
Short story

Lol, sure. I'll see that it's dedicated to you.

OluwabuqqyYOLO:
Lol, sure. I'll see that it's dedicated to you.

EvaJael:

Lol! Interesting. Personally, if I dare writing when I'm excited, I'll unconsciously add terrible twists that take days to unravel. So, if I take weed, ah! That's the end of the story na

I sha told him that reading a new book is inspiration enough for me. I haven't taken it before, and recently curiosity has subconsciously incited me into trying it out, but with what illicit has said about brain shrinkage...me I will just manage the writer's block oo

Missnande:




Once I sat outdoors with a dog and stared so hard at the dog,kept my mind fixed and got my story. The next time I tried that I wasted over 2 hours of my time. Once I completed a story in a day cos I was given a deadline,next time I tried I lost a gig. I pick ideas from everyday scenarios as well(as in I can observe for africa). Someone advised I record my thoughts as they come, I tried that once and by the time I sat down to write,it was another story entirely. My sis says writing might not be for me(literally),that I could try working with someone where I give the story and the person does the writing. I'm seriously considering this as I have a vivid imagination,but struggling with penning it down to my satisfaction . Three of my friends are on my neck,to write a novel. Kpa I don't even know where to start explaining from.

"Once I sat outdoors with a dog and stared so hard at the dog,kept my mind fixed and got my story."

Interesting. I love weird processes like this.

About you giving your ideas to someone to do the writing, it is actually a great idea. The current richest fiction writer in the world, James Patterson does just that. He doesn't write his stories... He just writes a sketch... Like a rough outline of what the story should be about, and he has a couple of young authors who do the writing.

If we were in the same city, I would have loved to partner with you on a story or two.

Debbietiyan:


I sha told him that reading a new book is inspiration enough for me. I haven't taken it before, and recently curiosity has subconsciously incited me into trying it out, but with what illicit has said about brain shrinkage...me I will just manage the writer's block oo

You dont want your brain to shrink abi? Lol! But do you drink alcohol?

illicit:

Well..... weed is not bad but after sometime you may become dependent and attached to it ( not addictive tho).
Smoking weed shrinks the brain, thats the worst downside of it that I know of sha.....
and when the brain shrinks you know what may happen.....
Visiting new places and seeing new faces can inspire anybody I think

Thank you o jare. I think I prefer the original size of my brain.

To be honest though, I believe relying on substances to draw inspiration diminishes your self-worth as an artistic person...be you an artist or a writer. Being capable to create (write or draw) only when on 'substance'...ultimately leads to addiction, whether you admit it or not. And what happens when you can't get your quick fix is that you ultimately feel you aren't good enough. Which is wrong.

kayo80:



You dont want your brain to shrink abi? Lol! But do you drink alcohol?

I don't o. I take wine, if that's what you're asking

Debbietiyan:


Thank you o jare. I think I prefer the original size of my brain.

To be honest though, I believe relying on substances to draw inspiration diminishes your self-worth as an artistic person...be you an artist or a writer. Being capable to create (write or draw) only when on 'substance'...ultimately leads to addiction, whether you admit it or not. And what happens when you can't get your quick fix is that you ultimately feel you aren't good enough. Which is wrong.

very well said....
Did you read this book, Aspen?

Debbietiyan:


I don't o. I take wine, if that's what you're asking

Okay. Cool.

kayo80:



"Once I sat outdoors with a dog and stared so hard at the dog,kept my mind fixed and got my story."

Interesting. I love weird processes like this.

About you giving your ideas to someone to do the writing, it is actually a great idea. The current richest fiction writer in the world, James Patterson does just that. He doesn't write his stories... He just writes a sketch... Like a rough outline of what the story should be about, and he has a couple of young authors who do the writing.

If we were in the same city, I would have loved to partner with you on a story or two.

Seriously? I love J Patterson's books and didn't know that. Thanks

OluwabuqqyYOLO:

Thanks, love. Thanks for your care. And as for depression? That's a no-no! Thanks, baby. Kisses.

Mi pleasure

Missnande:




Seriously? I love J Patterson's books and didn't know that. Thanks

illicit:

very well said....
Did you read this book, Aspen?

No. Why?

Missnande:





Never thought of outlining the chapters before, I could try that. Thanks

You're welcome!!

Gucciqueen38:
Meneski thank you I don't take them

It helps in spirit upliftment. You can go high as u wish.

Debbietiyan:


I sha told him that reading a new book is inspiration enough for me. I haven't taken it before, and recently curiosity has subconsciously incited me into trying it out, but with what illicit has said about brain shrinkage...me I will just manage the writer's block oo

meneski:
It helps in spirit upliftment. You can go high as u wish.

Debbietiyan:


Little wonder, been trying to reach you. Sorry about your phone .

Meanwhile, I have not really been following this thread, it looks amazing though...lemmi scroll up to get the hang of it.

Thanks

Gucciqueen38:

I sight you bae.

meneski:
I sight you bae.

I hear you're the one serving palmwine,how much for a chilled glass please?

Debbietiyan:


No. Why?

oh yeah its just one funny book and it touched this inspiration stuff we talking 'bout.
there was a writer in the story who likes to use drugs for inspiration till there was a shortage of drugs in town...
lolz its one funny book.... guess u will like it but I cant remember who wrote it now

illicit:

oh yeah its just one funny book and it touched this inspiration stuff we talking 'bout.
there was a writer in the story who likes to use drugs for inspiration till there was a shortage of drugs in town...
lolz its one funny book.... guess u will like it but I cant remember who wrote it now

...was already typing down a request for you to send it, until I read your last paragraph...oh well.

Missnande:



I hear you're the one serving palmwine,how much for a chilled glass please?

Just 3H ma'am. Boiled one na 4H.

Wait first! Person dey study to be writer for university? If u tink my question stupid, no answer am oh.

meneski:
Wait first! Person dey study to be writer for university? If u tink my question stupid, no answer am oh.

HumbledbYGrace:
So what happened with the bookcover?

not done yet...

Debbietiyan:


...was already typing down a request for you to send it, until I read your last paragraph...oh well.

ok its by Burt Hirschfeld