Style + Voice = Magic
An opinion on writer's voice and style21 total reviews
Comment from WalkerMan
You express yourself effectively in this post, and I agree with your explanation of the combination of elements required for good writing. While you say in the Author Note that you "struggle in determining the rules per style, and style per application," that does not show in this particular short essay. Well done, and aptly illustrated.
reply by the author on 10-Jan-2018
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You express yourself effectively in this post, and I agree with your explanation of the combination of elements required for good writing. While you say in the Author Note that you "struggle in determining the rules per style, and style per application," that does not show in this particular short essay. Well done, and aptly illustrated.
Comment Written 09-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 10-Jan-2018
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Thank you for our review and kind words. I truly appreciate it.
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You are welcome, Daniel. -- Mike
Comment from Sugarray77
Very well done. I enjoyed this and thought you kept the pace and tempo going along at a good clip. I got a lot out of good advice from this. Well done.
reply by the author on 09-Jan-2018
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Very well done. I enjoyed this and thought you kept the pace and tempo going along at a good clip. I got a lot out of good advice from this. Well done.
Comment Written 09-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 09-Jan-2018
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Thank you kindly for your review. I am glad you liked it and found it helpful.
Comment from FxstsLisa
I struggle with the rules per style too. My biggest thorn in my side (not sure why) is keeping my story in the past or present tense. So, I believe WE WILL overcome this. I loved your story and you have my vote. Thanks for sharing your good write!
reply by the author on 09-Jan-2018
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I struggle with the rules per style too. My biggest thorn in my side (not sure why) is keeping my story in the past or present tense. So, I believe WE WILL overcome this. I loved your story and you have my vote. Thanks for sharing your good write!
Comment Written 09-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 09-Jan-2018
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Thank you kindly for your review, and vote. Yes, that 'tense' thing is a real pain.
Comment from humpwhistle
Hear, hear. I think 'voice' arises from saying 'what the hell' and writing the way you feel. Style requires putting 'what the hell' into the most evocative communicative form.
When I think of writers who matched their distinctive voices with unique styles, I think of Charles Bukowski, William Burroughs, Joseph Heller, J. P. Donleavy, James Joyce, William Faulkner, Samuel Clemens. In each case, I think they created 'styles' to match their 'voices'. To me, the melding of the two creates verbal music.
I'd say, if you want to have a unique voice, you need to develop a unique style, too.
Nice take on the prompt, and good advice.
Best of luck.
Peace, Lee
reply by the author on 09-Jan-2018
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Hear, hear. I think 'voice' arises from saying 'what the hell' and writing the way you feel. Style requires putting 'what the hell' into the most evocative communicative form.
When I think of writers who matched their distinctive voices with unique styles, I think of Charles Bukowski, William Burroughs, Joseph Heller, J. P. Donleavy, James Joyce, William Faulkner, Samuel Clemens. In each case, I think they created 'styles' to match their 'voices'. To me, the melding of the two creates verbal music.
I'd say, if you want to have a unique voice, you need to develop a unique style, too.
Nice take on the prompt, and good advice.
Best of luck.
Peace, Lee
Comment Written 09-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 09-Jan-2018
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Thank you very much for your review and feedback. I agree with you. I would much rather write the way I feel, paying no attention to proper prose, etc. I do my best to twist the rules to and generate my own style. Afterall, what is it that people say about their favorite authors? Oh yeah, they say, "they love the author's style of writing." Thank you again, I appreciate it.
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I tend to cheat when it comes to proper prose--I write dialect. L
Comment from Mystic Angel 7777
This meets the contest requirements nicely. You take a clever approach in using this as a teaching vehicle for other writers to learn from. It is well penned and an engaging read. All the best in the voting and thank you very much for sharing it.
reply by the author on 09-Jan-2018
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This meets the contest requirements nicely. You take a clever approach in using this as a teaching vehicle for other writers to learn from. It is well penned and an engaging read. All the best in the voting and thank you very much for sharing it.
Comment Written 09-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 09-Jan-2018
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Thank you so much for your review and kind words. I take great value in a positive review from a writer of your stature. Thank you so much.
Comment from Wetbelly01
I do believe you are right.... Being able to know how to adapt
to different writing styles that you undertake, and do it WELL...
Is quite a big part of being a great writer.... Well Done!....
reply by the author on 09-Jan-2018
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I do believe you are right.... Being able to know how to adapt
to different writing styles that you undertake, and do it WELL...
Is quite a big part of being a great writer.... Well Done!....
Comment Written 09-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 09-Jan-2018
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Thank you for your review. I appreciate it.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
Wise words and you seem to know the craft of writing and apply all the rules! I wish you luck with the contest, I believed you, best wishes, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 09-Jan-2018
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Wise words and you seem to know the craft of writing and apply all the rules! I wish you luck with the contest, I believed you, best wishes, love Dolly x
Comment Written 09-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 09-Jan-2018
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Thank you so much for your review and kind words. I appreciate it.
Comment from flylikeaneagle
I believe you have given me some tips on voice and style.
I still like to go back to basics to learn and write better.
My degree is in production and promotion in advertisements.
Writing poetry, prose and novels was a big leap of faith.
It's great to have advice. Thank you. flylikeanegle - nancy
reply by the author on 09-Jan-2018
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I believe you have given me some tips on voice and style.
I still like to go back to basics to learn and write better.
My degree is in production and promotion in advertisements.
Writing poetry, prose and novels was a big leap of faith.
It's great to have advice. Thank you. flylikeanegle - nancy
Comment Written 08-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 09-Jan-2018
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Thank you so much for your review and kind words. Yes, I truly value the critique we get here from the members.
Comment from Liberty Justice
Poet tells about using good writing styles and says there are different styles for the way we write. A good writer will know his or her own voice and when tobuse which voice in writing weather it is poems or short stories. Nicely said. Liberty justice
reply by the author on 08-Jan-2018
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Poet tells about using good writing styles and says there are different styles for the way we write. A good writer will know his or her own voice and when tobuse which voice in writing weather it is poems or short stories. Nicely said. Liberty justice
Comment Written 07-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 08-Jan-2018
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Thank you so much for your review and kind words.
Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear
Very well expressed essay, opinion is rightly, logically put about author's writing, and proper mix of voice and style make a great writer. Keep writing. DR ALCREATOR
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2018
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Very well expressed essay, opinion is rightly, logically put about author's writing, and proper mix of voice and style make a great writer. Keep writing. DR ALCREATOR
Comment Written 07-Jan-2018
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2018
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Thank you, Doc, for your review and kind words. I appreciate it.