Schoolmarm wrote:
As far as not caring to improve one's writing, since "it's only fanfic" -- all I can say is I agree with Gerry. It's still craft, and Erin K. certainly has proven that it can lead to bigger things.
Bigger, yes. But I'm not sure "better" (as the saying goes
) necessarily applies. I'm really learning a ton as my novel is going through the editing process right now (Labby, can I just say I love you as an EIC after starting this process?
), but I'll tell ya, LNC fanfiction will always be my first love. And I can't WAIT to return to it!
)
It was interesting and informative discussions like this one that started me on the path to honing my craft (so thanks for posting this, Marilyn! I enjoyed reading it!), but I certainly have a long way to go before I can consider my craft honed.
To be honest, I still feel humbled (and often intimidated!) by all you talented writers around these parts. Sure, I may have gotten lucky enough to get a toe in the door, but you guys can still write rings around ME. :p
Back to lurking and reading and trying to learn as much as I can from you talented writers...
