Author Tim Clare, instructor of The Honours, shares the final writing rule. Embracing wonder to boost creativity. Final exercise for writers. Importance of exercises and research in writing. Incorporating wonder in research for quality work.
Embrace a sense of wonder in everyday life to enhance creativity and perception.
Infuse writing with authenticity and emotion by tapping into awe-inspiring experiences and unconventional activities.
Deep dives
The Wonder of Looking at the Sky
Lying on the rug with his 16-month-old daughter, the narrator gazes up at the stars and moon through the skylight. Delving into the vastness of the universe, the experience triggers a sense of awe and insignificance, highlighting the profound mystery of existence. This intimate moment underscores the unique human ability to contemplate the universe and appreciate the wonders of the night sky.
Embracing Wonder in Everyday Life
Encountering the world through fresh eyes, the narrator's daughter finds wonder in simple activities like playing with wooden blocks and observing colorful lights. This innocence and curiosity serve as a reminder to appreciate the beauty and magic present in mundane experiences. The narrative emphasizes the importance of cultivating a sense of wonder in everyday life to enhance creativity and perception.
The Power of Wonder in Writing
Encouraging writers to embrace a sense of wonder, the narrator emphasizes its transformative effect on the writing process. By tapping into awe-inspiring experiences and unconventional activities, writers can infuse their work with authenticity and emotion. The narrative underscores the connection between wonder, creativity, and impactful storytelling, urging writers to take risks, explore their imaginations, and infuse their writing with a sense of marvel and exploration.
The final episode of the Couch to 80k Writing Boot Camp, an 8 week writing course taking you all the way from generating ideas to writing a novel. Today author Tim Clare (that's me) teaches you the final and most important rule of writing fiction, before leading you through a timed writing session. If you'd like to try the course, start at Week 1 Day 1.
Please buy my novel, The Honours: https://wordery.com/the-honours-tim-clare-9781782114765#oid=1908_1
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