Creative Writing

Creative writing is any type of writing that allows you to express yourself through words and in any way you please. There are no rules and no rules mean that you can let yourself loose. Typically, creative writing is poetry and stories in a nutshell and anything that doesn't require limitations on your imagination.

The best creative writing comes from within - and some writers have an uncanny ability to tap into this at will. Others like myself, need to be in a certain mood or frame of thought before anything productive comes of it. And then there are those that no matter how hard they try, they are just no good at it.

If you enjoy writing for the sake of writing and you are a real bookworm, chances are, you have a really good book inside you or other creative streak. If you only write because you have to and don't relish the idea of letting your mind wander, then technical writing is probably more suited to you.

There are courses available that allow you to hone your creative skills and develop character, plot, settings and other things that make a good story. Contact your local college or university to find out about these. Be warned though - these courses are extremely popular and book up quickly. Alternatively, get in touch with your local authority and find out if they are holding any creative writing workshops and programs. They give you a taste of what to expect and if you already know what you are doing, it may be all you need to get writing.

Have a look at www.writing.com to find out about creative writing. They have lots of resources including newsletters in various genres so you can have the latest information at your fingertips.