If you’re a writer, you should push yourself and try new things. These days, many people run their own blogs and fill them with ideas and ramblings. But that’s only one way to write. There are so many alternative forms of writing out there that you should try. By trying them out, you might even discover something you love and have a flair for. And then you can make a career out of it. Here are a few of the types of writing you should definitely try.
Speech Writing
Writing speeches can be a great way to learn a new form of writing. This one is unlike any other out there. You have to be able to write words that will be spoken out loud. This is entirely different from how you would write when the words are meant to be read rather than spoken. See if you can find someone who needs a speech written for them and offer up your skills.
Press Releases
Companies all over the country rely on press releases to get their message out to people. They are sent to journalists and bloggers who might be interested in covering the content. They need to be clear, easy to read and deliver a precise message. HOTH Press provides press release writing services, and you could try it too. Maybe you’ll find that you enjoy it and want to work for one of those kinds of companies in the future.
Advertising Copy
Advertising is one of the areas in which writing is put to use. It can help to draw in customers and grab people’s attention as they pass by. It’s not easy to get advertising copy right, but when you do, it can be incredibly satisfying. It’s something that you should try at least once, and see how it pans out. It might be something that you unexpectedly excel at. Or it could be a disaster for you. It’s always hard to tell which way it will go.
Creative Writing
Creative writing is challenging, but maybe that’s what you need as a writer. If you are used to writing things that are non-fictional, give this a try. The great thing about creative writing is that there are so many different forms it can take. You could try writing poetry or a play or a short story. The options are endless, and because it’s all about your own creativity, there is no rulebook that you have to follow. Break free and experiment a little. You could even join one of the most popular writing groups out there and get feedback on your work – as well as give it to others in the community – to really help you improve your skills, if this is something you really take to and would like to turn into a more serious hobby.
Book or Film Reviews
If you’re an avid reader or someone who watches lots of films, why not push this interest further? You could write book or film reviews. If you already have an interest in these things, it should be simple to get started. You just have to find a way to translate your thoughts and feelings on a book or film into a coherent text that people will enjoy reading. It can be a lot of fun, and could even make the task of reading books or watching films more enjoyable.
![\\\\\\\"\\\\\\\"](\\\\\\\"https://d5nxst8fruw4z.cloudfront.net/atrk.gif?account=r2cEh1aAod000d\\\\\\\")
How-To’s for tech stuff–not “technical writing” but how to use something–are also a form of writing that I enjoy as a reader
Writing is something I’ve always enjoyed. Lately I’ve been toying with the idea of trying my hand at some short fiction. But one of the things that’s always held me back from any type of writing is lack of an outlet. So I write something–then what? I’ve looked into writing for magazines, but they put a lot of hurdles up, probably to keep people like me out. The writing is the easy part. I just don’t have the wherewithal for the rest.
I dislike writing of any kind.(only when I want to win something)
I love creative writing but I’m not so good at the others.
I’m so glad that I happened to catch this post– thank you for writing about it! I’m currently in the hazy midst of a very complicated career transition, knowing in my heart (and head/gut/everywhere-else) that I was meant to write. Creative Nonfiction is my #1 love, but esp. in light of the fact that I’ve just begun on this path I find this post to very good food for thought.
Thanks!
–Ann
I have always had a hard time doing press releases. Love creative writing and speech writing though!
These are great writing ideas.
I feel like we don’t actually write much anymore. It’s a shame. I try to send little handwritten notes to my children periodically! 🙂
What a great post. It was really interesting to read different ways that writers can use to make a business. I am a horrible writer so it is a good thing that there are people that excel in it.
I love this post. I enjoy writing but I mostly write academic papers or legal ones. When inspired I write reviews for my friend’s blog. Thanks for posting this. Maybe I’ll start to dabble in these other fields as well.