Interesting...

Hey, everyone!

How are your 2nd stories coming along? I think this one is actually a lot of fun. My story is about a market manager who is in a rock band. You'd never think by looking at him that he was in a rock band. It's pretty amazing to see a completely different side of someone. (Never judge a book by its cover!)

Well, good luck on your stories! Have a great week.

Cool Stories!

Wow, Group 3 had some cool story topics! I got a few a story ideas when each person was discussing his/her article today---which is always awesome.

Anyway, I realized that whenever I read a book I enjoy, I tend to write better afterward. So, if you're having trouble finding the right words, try reading!

I enjoy historical romance novels. Sometimes I catch myself saying words like "dallying" or "distraught." Reading before writing really expands my vocabulary and it makes me better as a writer. Well, at least I hope so. I'll let you be the judge.

The game "Taboo" is also a great and fun way to expand your vocabulary. If you haven't played it, you can borrow mine. (I know, I know, ultimate nerd alert.)

I think I'll write an article on fun ways to expand one's vocabulary. What do you think?

Have a great week!

Being Honest

I've taken several journalism courses knowing in mind that I eventually want to write for a women's magazine. I admit that I have a passion for fashion, and that's the industry I want to get into. A lot of people think it's silly, but I honestly don't find politics that interesting. (No offense to government majors!)
I also want to get into magazine writing because I've seen that many of them allow the writer to use their own opinion and I find that makes the story more interesting.
I've written a lot of stories for classes and I'm interning for an upcoming news publication, but I still get afraid that my own writing isn't good enough. I get really intimidated by other writers. I'm hoping Magazine Writing will help me shed my fear because I really want to get into that field.