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1. Introduction: It is truly a thrilling time
to right at our fingertips, we can access our many stories, IDs, advice, and experts. This is thanks to the Internet. A thorough writing certainly has challenges in
the 21st century. It is still a thrilling
time to create. In this course. I hope to express
these possibilities. This is done by providing research methods in
discovering, publishing news, ways to find inspiration
for stories and everything you need to know
about writing communities. My name is Madeline, and for the last four years, I've blogged about
literature and creative writing
on snowy fictions. My courses on Skillshare have reached hundreds
of students. I'm also a terminally
online writer who enjoys connecting with others
on the World Wide Web. Currently, I'm writing
my third novel, a contemporary story,
set in Sydney, Australia where I live. This is a short punchy course which gets to the point and is intended for the
writer who wants to maximize their
opportunities online. Thanks for giving this course
a chance, and let's begin.
2. Why Use The Internet?: For centuries, writers
didn't have the internet. Was this a good or a bad thing? That's up to you? Regardless, we have the
incident and now it's best to use the tools available to
us by using the internet. You can make research easier, discover opportunities
for networking, and doing awesome
writing communities. The Internet, I believe, can make you a stronger writer. Novelist can find
better readers are writing groups who can offer necessary encouragement and feedback required for success. Ultimately, write this
cannot avoid the Internet. This doesn't mean you have to be constantly on my mind
like someone like me. However, many writers
and publishers send feedback and ideas via
email or social media, the opportunities
available to you are immense and it's probably
foolish to pass up on them. You can make the
Internet work for you. The class project in a later video gives tips
on how to accomplish this. This course doesn't
specify a certain browser. It is okay. If you're using
Microsoft's Internet, google Chrome or Brave
browser won't compete. However, these tips work best on a desktop computer or laptop. However, it is certainly true that phones and laptops are
getting more sophisticated. As time goes by. Writers can certainly
incorporate these devices in their work.
3. Research: Writing a research intense genre like historical fantasy fiction? Or do you need ideas and
relevant information? A science fiction
authors frequently do. Good news. The Internet offers the researching novelist
plenty of options. For one. You can use social media
platforms such as YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook to
discover information. Say, about a particular
historical period. Of course, there are understandable concerns
about accuracy. Always look at the
comments and watch many videos or re,
numerous posts. You can utilize
search engines to. This can provide
updated information about your chosen topic. Universities also
have online resources which are well
worth checking out. I love Harvard
Universities directory on Chaucer and other
medieval writers. It's perfect for historical
fiction writer like myself. Writers forums such as
critique circle and query tracker allow you to ask research specific questions. This is great. If you need a random
science facts or information about
a specific city. Best, you can use Google Docs or note-taking apps such as nation to write
your findings down. The internet is truly remarkable for the
researching, right.
4. Publishing News & Query Tips: For those interested in
traditional publishing, where the querying
literary agents are submitting
directly to publishes. The Internet is a
remarkable place. This is partially
because e-mail and online forums give you the opportunity to show
your work to others. Some competitions are
hosted solely online, which may interest you. The Internet provides
helpful chance to connect with publishers, literary agents, and authors. There are several
ways you can use the Internet to an advantage. The first method
is subscribing to informative websites and
tools such as query tracker, Jewish tribe, and
publishes marketplace. These online tools and graphs can streamline your
submission process. The second method in
getting publishing using query tips as
well, asking questions. There are some
credits and forums dedicated to giving you
advice for aspiring authors. Some bloggers, such as the
wonderful Jane Freedman are experts in publishing
frequently, except questions. Literary agencies also
engaged in outreach. And it's best to keep abreast
of any events or Q&A. Sometimes it's good to do a Google search on
potential agents, may have done an interview or given further insight
into what they desire. However, it is so
easy to fall into a rabbit hole where
you were so concerned about publishing
and doing it right? You forget to write. This has happened to
me several times, hence my warning about it. Another huge benefit of the
Internet is publishing news. Awareness of scams
and dodgy behavior. I appreciate those
in publishing and writing who cautioned against
such predatory characters.
5. Finding Inspiration For Your Stories: Active users of the internet can find plenty of inspirational
materials online. There are many occasions where I stumbled on an
interesting story, a picture, and I can create
a narrative from these. But what if you already have a story and need visual details? Such as Pinterest and
Instagram are your friends. You can type a single hashtag
into the search bar and access all these gorgeous images which may
suit your story. If you find one, try to discover where the picture
was taken and when. As this detail can add more
depth to your inspiration. In many of my courses, I've stressed mood
boards and saving pictures and quotes
that inspire. This applies here. You need a space
to Jot ideas down. I can use these as an aid to
develop your story further. However, the internet cannot
create stories for you. Creating characters,
storylines, things, and settings requires Times and many attempts before
you get it right. Typically, the Internet
is convenient and fast. However, the online
world cannot take the effort required in
writing a high-quality novel. Especially if you're aiming for originality or
something similar, which I know many of you are.
6. Writing Communities & Advice: I'm writing communities and advice can truly
elevate your writing. These are not all
created equally. Some are better than others. But you can use the Internet to access the necessary
information, connections, and feedback
necessary to write fiction. It's also helpful to understand the stories of his
writing as this provides helpful
information about the desires of writers
and publishers. There are also writing blogs, which offer many great tips on creative writing and publishing. A benefit of the internet or the mini writing
communities available. These exists on social media
forums such as Reddit and even specialist
sites dedicated to writing communities such
as critique circle. I highly suggest joining one. They offer support and advice which can assist you in
your literary journey. However, prepare for
your own contributions to it is you get out
what you put in. Better reading is a fantastic
opportunity in critique. King, other writers work and giving suggestions
in improvement. In fact, much of my literary education comes from writing
communities and advice. I cannot imagine military
journey without them.
7. Book Writing & Communities: You can use the Internet to write and plan
your next book. Thanks to online services such
as racy and Campfire Pro, you can write your
novel entirely online. Campfire load handful. And similar software allows sophisticated documents
on well building, which is perfect for fantasy
and science fiction writers. I'm currently writing my third
novel with rages editor. And it's super easy. However, many of these
online tools require an internet connection to
save your work to the Cloud. This one, oh riders. So consider the
suitability of each tool. Internet can also connect you with editors, better readers, and book cover designers, which will strengthen
your authorial position. There are online
tutorials on Skillshare, which give a thorough overview on using Microsoft
Word and scrivener. That's a huge benefit
of the Internet. It offers guidance and using
preexisting tools better. Or you can use Google Calendar or Calendly
to block writing time. The Internet has many
tools for time management, such as virtual alarm clocks
and Pomodoro time trackers. You may also want to use social media and farms
for accountability. I love posting my
daily word count or writing forums as it really
motivates me and others. Another suggestion, especially
regarding unpaid services, is to read online reviews. Apparently this is
a help avoid scams, but it ensures strong
outcomes for you as a writer.
8. Marketing : A novelist will market his or her novel using
online and offline methods. Both are necessary. As an avid reader myself, I followed through on recommendations from
magazines where the mouth straight libraries,
bookstores, and prices. However, online is a great
way to market books. There's blogging,
email marketing, content creation, social media, and writing for
online magazines. Not all will work for you. There is certainly
not a need to do all of these as you still want time for creative writing
and well, your daily life. Another way writers can use the Internet is by
making content. This can mean graphics,
videos, blog posts, and podcasts, which can make awesome
promotional material. You don't have to become a certified content
creator to do this. As to be frank,
this doesn't suit most authors view the Internet
as a way to share ideas, to connect with readers, and to strengthen
your storytelling. I suggest, at the bare minimum, having an e-mail list, there are paid and free
versions like Substack. Whilst it's good to
email your subscribers frequently, this
isn't compulsory. Some authors do it when
they have a release. Typically play certain thing. You have to spend a lot of
money to market a book. You be savvy, do your research and understand the
Book Marketing is a marathon, not a sprint.
9. Class Project: Welcome to the class project. The exciting opportunity to put these videos into practice. Here, you'll create
a weekly plan on activities using the
internet for creative writing. You can use a notepad, an application like Canva, or use Google Docs, and existing calendar or diary
can work to as the choice. Is yours. This solver days in the week, Sunday to Saturday or
Monday to Friday, right? All the weekly tasks that
require the Internet. This can relate to your work, hobbies, or own literary goals. You may want to add some pictures or symbols
to your calendar, then incorporate
Internet-related activities into your weak base can
take numerous forms, such as transforming daily
tasks into writing time, or allowing an afternoon or
evening to work on a project. I've posted my version
of the class project, but it can take many
forms and it's up to you. And have fun. Please post your work in
the class project section. I can't wait to see what
you've come up with.
10. Conclusion: Congratulations. Thank you very much for taking the short course on using the Internet as
a creative writer. I hope you learnt valuable
tips in marketing, research, publishing,
and writing. He Internet is certainly a jungle full of
traps and surprises. But there are many
opportunities for success or feedback
is appreciated. And remember the class project, perhaps you'd like to leave a review or start a discussion. I also have over ten classes on Skillshare about
creative writing. These are certainly great for beginner and
intermediate writers. Some include writing
fantasy, dystopian fiction, and fairy tales, as well as topics such as
time management, outlining and idea generation. One course which is relevant to this one is about
the app notion, which is great for organization. I'm sure there's another
course I made that's perfect for you and
your literary goals. Thanks again for giving
this course a chance. Reviews are appreciated
and I'll see you soon.