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Creative
Writing
By: Kesia Mae Leonora
AB Psychology

To
Mr. Albert Gasic
Sept. 11, 2018
 CREATIVE WRITING

Creative writing is any writing that goes outside the bounds of

normal professional, journalistic, academic, or technical forms of literature, typically identified
by an emphasis on narrative craft, character development, and the use of literary tropes or with
various traditions of poetry and poetics. Due to the looseness of the definition, it is possible for
writing such as feature stories to be considered creative writing, even though they fall under
journalism, because the content of features is specifically focused on narrative and character
development. Both fictionaland non-fictional works fall into this category, including such forms
as novels, biographies, short stories, and poems. In the academic setting, creative writing is
typically separated into fiction and poetry classes, with a focus on writing in an original style, as
opposed to imitating pre-existing genres such as crime or horror. Writing for the screen and
stage—screenwriting and playwrighting—are often taught separately, but fit under the creative
writing category as well.
Creative writing can technically be considered any writing of original composition. In this
sense, creative writing is a more contemporary and process-oriented name for what has been
traditionally called literature, including the variety of its genres. In her work, Foundations of
Creativity, Mary Lee Marksberry references Paul Witty and Lou LaBrant’s Teaching the People's
Language to define creative writing. Marksberry notes:
“ Witty and LaBrant…[say creative writing] is a composition of any type of
writing at any time primarily in the service of such needs as

1. the need for keeping records of significant experience,

2. the need for sharing experience with an interested group, and
3. the need for free individual expression which contributes to mental
and physical health.] Commented [k1]:

Purpose of creative writing

“Scientific writing is food for intellect but creative writing appeals to the heart.”
Creative writing is a part of fine arts. It has various manifestations ranging from
poetry to fiction writing. What is the purpose of creative writing? Does it take away from
spirituality? Answers to these questions requires a deep insight into the structure of
creative writing and hence a profound analysis of the motives and working of creative
writers. It is a fact that creative writing appeals to our heart unlike scientific writing
which is food for intellect. Every human loves music, poetry, stories, novels, fictional
pieces and it is not so for scientific thoughts. It has a passionate attraction to every
rational being on this planet earth. This means that that there is an inherent
characteristic in us that takes us towards this aspect of human creativity. As evil and
good are present in every person thus creative writing could belong to either good or
evil. Which one?
Science analyses the world around us in terms of working of constituents,
computational laws and so on. It produces in us a sense of wonder at the functioning of
the universe to feel the “pre – established harmony” of this magical universe. Science
understands the things in terms of interactions – through forces and fields or particle
exchange in physical sciences, through chemical reactions in chemical sciences and by
ramification of genes, hormones at the biological level. Poetry or creative writing studies
the human frailty, emotions, inability of man, inevitability of death, sorrows and joys,
limitations and strength. In general it centers on the humans and their interactions.
Science treats the “human being” as a biological organism whose functions, features are
the manifestations of chemicals present inside him. It does not study the subtle
elements of our character. The social values, empathy towards the others, love,
kindness, jealousy, and hatred all are beyond the purview of science. If some sort of
writing or literature refines us more and more at the subtlest level and enhances the
magnitude of kindness and love in us, then it is good for me. If it flames our negative
thoughts then it is bad. It depends on us how we take it. If creative writing makes me
aware of my role, my place in the grand cosmic scale, my infallibility before the creator
or in other words takes me close to the realization of my ultimate reality of death, then I
am ready to embrace it.

Importance of Creative Writing

Creative Writing is a subjective creation of a picture of the world. It is an expression
of the realisation of the joys and sorrows, as well as a way to let one's imagination run
wild. Creativity is multidimensional. It can be a trait, skill, ability, or an approach, or all
of these.
Learning how to write well and write effectively is important for most careers, even
outside of the humanities these days--business, science, tech... Creative writing is one of
the most common ways to encounter these skills in school and allows students to tap
into their creativity. Creative story-telling is valued in business, as it is an effective
means of communication and one that will be remembered after the meeting ends. This
is particularly true for data science, where analytics can be overwhelming or dry without
crafting a narrative.

12 Types of Creative Writing to Explore

Creative writing isn't just limited to novels, short stories, and poems; in
fact, this type of writing encompasses at least a dozen different types, each suited
to specific situations and kinds of personal expression. Try them all to find out
which ones you enjoy the most.

1. Songs
You may think of writing a song as a purely musical form of creative
expression, but if your song has lyrics, you'll also be doing some creative
writing. Lyrics are similar to poetry in that they can have many forms,
although some type of rhyme scheme is common. See examples of some of the
most popular song lyrics at MetroLyrics.

2. Poetry
From haiku to sonnets, there are dozens of different poetic forms to try. In
general, the key to writing poetry is to create evocative images and make every
word count. You can write about anything, from nature to love to your family.
You can even write poems for specific occasions, such as a wedding ceremonyor
a funeral.

3. Vignettes
Vignettes are a short form of fiction or creative non-fiction that sets up a scene
for the reader. There may not be a central conflict to drive the story forward, and
there may not even be characters. Length can range from a single paragraph to a
few pages. Generally, the entire piece takes place in one location. Ernest
Hemingway's In Our Time features several examples of vignettes.

4. Short Fiction
Short fiction offers more of a "story" than a vignette. It includes short stories and
even modern fan fiction. Writing a short story is a great way to learn about how
fiction is structured, including plot, characters, conflict, and setting. You can
even make money writing short fiction. A great example of this genre is A&P by
John Updike.

5. Novellas
Longer than a short story but not quite as long as a novel, a novella goes into
great detail about all the elements of the story. It may or may not have chapters.
Joseph Conrad's Heart of Darkness is a good example of a novella.
6. Novels
Novels are perhaps the best known form of fiction, and you'll see them in many
genres, including romance, thrillers, and science fiction. In this long form of
fiction, you have time to explore the plot, characters, and other elements more
fully. Writing a novel is a huge undertaking and a great way to improve your skills
as a writer. If you're considering such a project, look at what works in some of
the best novels of all time.

7. Scripts
Scripts, for everything from TV commercials to radio programs and even movies,
are another form of creative writing. The length can vary significantly, but the key
is that the words you write will be recited by actors and recorded. An audience
will view or listen to the piece later. Find movie scripts to review as examples of
this form of writing.

8. Plays
Like a script in that the dialogue you write will be recited by actors, plays are
designed to be performed in front of an audience. They are usually divided into
several acts, although short, one-act plays are also popular. Writing a play is a
great way to see your story ideas come to life. Arthur Miller's Death of a
Salesman is a good example if you're looking for inspiration.

9. Personal Essays
Not all creative writing is made up. In fact, creative non-fiction comes in several
important forms. One of these is the personal essay in which the writer explores
his or her own life experiences or opinions. Writing an essay on yourselfisn't
always easy, but it's an important skill to have for everything from college
applications to family history.

10. Journals and Diaries

More than just a therapeutic exercise or a way to record the day's events, journals
can also be a type of creative writing. This is especially true if you infuse your
entries with your emotions and personal experiences. Take some time to
read journal writing prompts and try your hand at this creative writing form.
11. Memoirs
A longer form of the personal essay or journal, a memoir is a type of creative
nonfiction that explores a person's life or experiences. You can focus on a single
period or your entire life. This is different from an autobiography in that it
includes feelings and thoughts - not just the facts of what happened. There are
even websites with examples of memoirs and tips for writing your own.

12. Letters
Because they contain more than a basic reporting of the facts, letters can also be a
type of creative writing. This is especially true if they discuss emotion or opinion.
Even love letters can be creative.

Try All the Forms

There are many more forms of writing that can become creative if they expand
beyond the basic facts. For instance, some blogs and literary journalism articles
are very creative too. There are so many types of creative writing to explore that it
makes sense to try them all. You're sure to find one (or several) that you love.