Should I Write A Novel?
"Writing a novel can be a rewarding experience, but it’s not for everyone."
Every time, I remember I have a novel to complete, or I am hooked somewhere in between, but yet I don’t know how to proceed, and specific questions ring in my ears – Am I supposed to write a book, or do I even have a storyline to start with?
They say, “A good novel is supposed to connect to the hearts of your readers,” but to be honest, I don’t think mine is connecting with me, let alone those of my readers😂😂.
I doubt my readers can connect with my novel, especially with the Protagonist.
It’s like having a Deja Vu right now. I remember when I was to upload my first article. I was so scared of what the feedback would be like, but it turned out lovely. Yet, my uncertainty is at it again, like would that be the case?
Whenever I doubt my Novel(is it right to call it that now?) I ask myself, "Why are you writing this novel?" Well, the first reply that comes to my mind is for Amazon KDP, and sometimes it’s the only answer that comes to mind because who doesn’t need money? But when I think about it correctly, I realize it’s not the best reason for writing a novel. If I wanted to make money, I could have written a paperback or ebook on any topic but not a story.
Other times, the reply that comes to mind is that I must let the story out to the world. I am a writer, and writing is what calms me down. I could be playing a game, and I would get an idea for an article or a poem, or sometimes, I would imagine a particular scenario and have the urge to pen it down and share.
I can count the times my sister will always tell me to write down my thoughts, imaginations, or ideas. She is so Intentional about my growth that she got me a journal as a New Year’s gift.
But getting stuck is the order of the day lately while trying to bring these thoughts and imaginations to light. I will always call it writer’s block; meanwhile, I am stuck😅 (maybe it’s writer’s block, who knows?🤷)
It’s said that writing a novel is a way of expressing oneself, for personal growth, entertaining your readers, helping to improve one’s creativity and legacy, challenging oneself, and a career opportunity. I can surely say that it is indeed challenging because the last time I wrote anything as regards the novel was in November 2022.
Personal growth? Still trying to figure that out.
For career opportunities, that’s a check for me.
It is definitely helping my creativity.
Is it entertaining my future readers? Well, never say never.
The question now is if I should continue the novel writing or not. I would love to continue the novel and let you all read it, but the fear of it not entertaining enough keeps creeping in.
“Good writing is supposed to evoke sensation in the reader – not the fact that it is raining, but the feeling of being rained upon.”
― E. L. Doctorow
Should I listen to Doctorow and allow you to experience the feeling of being rained upon, or should I just let you remain dry?
