This topic has been on my mind for a while. Have you ever noticed that most writers
have the super power of—noticing :) I read books and think, “Wow, I never
noticed that, but it’s SO true!”
Writers
notice everything. I don’t know of any other job that requires such great
powers of observation. Maybe a spy—maybe. Or a mom—for sure.
Here
are a few things I notice:
People: I watch people. I want
to see how they interact with each other. I love to see their quirks and
habits. What motivates them and how can I show that motivation through their
actions?
Settings: Whether it is outside
or inside, buildings or nature, events or quiet moments—I notice it. What is it
that makes a haunted house creepy? How can I use those same principles to make
a hospital or grocery store just as creepy.
Language: I notice the funny
things people say. I notice the unusual words they use. But most of all, I
notice what language says about them and how they view the world.
I’m
sure there are more, but these are the three I notice myself noticing :)
What about you? AWhat do
you notice? Tell me. I’m dying to know.
-Angie
