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Friday 15 May 2015

Getting The Best Out Of Creative Writing Journals To Write In

By Winifred Christensen


Writing is never easy. We have heard of this so many times that it already sounds cliched. Strangely, despite of hearing the statement over and over again, we still find people who take the craft lightly. Those who say it is easy have either not worked on their writing for some time, or have not yet done the craft for a consecutive period of time.

You have your own way of keeping tab on things, and there is no right or wrong method as long as you get to understand it. Creative writing journals to write in are among the most effective and widely used method to take note of different ideas. Whether you are jump staring your career or looking for ways on how to record your ideas better, then this is worth trying out.

The good thing about having these journals is the fact that you can just bring it anywhere. As long as you also have a pen with you, you can immediately write down any idea that will come to mind. Once you start making your own, take time to the following customization option.

Conceptualize on the cover. Before you do anything, the very first thing that you have to consider should be the concept. You cannot just go on designing something without any idea about how you want it to appear. You can be as detailed as you want on this part. You can even draw the image of the finished output on a blank paper. The cover is the first thing that you see. Be sure that it is appealing to you.

Consider the style and type. This has something to do with things like the kind of paper used in the selection, the size, and all other factors that you can count in on its features. This will matter for you convenience and satisfaction. For instance, if you would like to bring it along with you every time, then having something smaller can be preferable.

Journal contents. There is no strict rules as to the things that you can and cannot place on it. After all, it is yours. But it will be good if you have the idea of what you will be placing in there. If you are expecting some photos to be a part of it, then you may want to have a bigger journal to accommodate it.

Secure good quality materials. You will be bringing the journals every now and then. To make sure that it does not easily tear down, its best if you provide it with some sort of protection. Also, when doing the design, it could help if you choose high quality materials that will not easily fade or be broken.

Have a title or a name. You do not have to create this if you do not want to. But giving your journal a name can prove to be beneficial especially if you want it to be more personal. Plus, you will find it good to know that you can call it something rather than just an ordinary notebook.

Great ideas can sometimes come at the most unexpected time. If you are not willing to take them on, you may end up not finding it again. If you are serious about being a writer or becoming one, be sure to do something that will keep your thoughts and other ideas written down.




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