Writers
who say they can't find ideas need to remove their blinders. Stories
are everywhere. All you have to do is look.
And once an idea is found, it must be remembered. Writers should
carry some sort of device to keep track of ideas that pop up out
of nowhere. Thanks to modern technology, many types of devices
are available, including palm-size computers, tiny tape recorders
or small voice-activated electronic gizmos. Or, there's the old
reliable pencil and paper.
When trying to come up with an idea, don't forget people. Each
person has his or her own story. It might not be earth shattering
or Pulitzer material, but it might be just what a certain publication
is seeking. Many
stories are simply inspirational. What about someone who is dealing
with a fatal disease? Or someone who has just overcome a great
obstacle? Or your neighbor who recently returned from an unusual
vacation? Everyone has had an adventure that would make a good
tale. The
trick is to not ignore the mundane.
Following are just some of the resources
writers have at their fingertips: 1.
Senior citizens. Today's elderly, those 70 and above, were
alive during Word War II, the Great Depression and possibly even
Word War I. Each has a story to tell about life back then. When
this generation is gone, it's gone. The history books and newsmagazines
are fine for the official versions, but
these people have stories that have never been published.
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Mike Sturman, a 25-year veteran journalist, has held writing
and editing
positions at newspapers, magazines and a startup Web site. He
also is the
owner of CONTENT ASSOCIATES ( http://www.contentassociates.net),
which offers writing and editing services. He believes that good
writing is the missing link between success and failure for many
Web site owners. Contact Mike at content@contentassociates.net
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