The writing process
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Some people are very disciplined and structured in their approach to writing. Others have a less structured approach and tend to ‘go with the flow’. This video focusses on Tara’ June Winch’s ideas on the writing process.
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How do you practise your writing skills?
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Do you like to write in a particular genre or style? Why?
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What steps do you take to improve your writing?
Listen out for Tara’s expression ‘looking and listening like a thief’.
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What do you think she may mean by this?
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Why does she use this approach?
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How would you describe your writing habits?
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Where do you get your ideas?
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Comment on the expression ‘looking and listening like a thief’ to describe an author.
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Why is it important to think about good ideas for writing?
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Can you think of a situation in your life that would make a good short story, novel, poem or play?
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