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Fundamental Philosophy

    Given enough practice, instruction, and work, any individual can create professional level writing. Only those writers who are passionate about their writing, and who have something they want to share with the world will be able to use this instruction to create truly great writing. The Association assumes that any person who joins has these qualities to some degree or another. It is the objective of the Association to help MTU students develop their creative writing skills, and their passion for writing. Ideally, they will not only improve how well they write, but how well they understand their beliefs and feelings on what they are writing about.

 

 

Writer’s Guild, Purposes
bulletTo Facilitate easy communication between MTU students who have an interest in creative writing.
bulletTo assist in developing and refining authors creative writing skills.
bulletTo create an atmosphere where MTU students can enjoy, experience, and live poetry.
bulletTo assist authors in their efforts to get published.
bulletTo help students develop creative thinking and expression.

 

 

Writer’s Guild, Activities
bulletOnline posting of creative writing.
bulletGames between MTU students intended to further creative writing
bulletPosted journals.
bulletChain story writing.
bulletFacilitate SLAM competitions.
bulletCorrelate with the literary magazine for publishing.
bulletProvide information and contact information for professional publishing.
bulletPoetry Readings.
bulletBook discussions.
bulletInvite guest speakers to come.
bulletInvite professional writers to come and speak, and read some of their writing.
bulletHold writing workshops.
bulletPeer evaluation and revision suggestions for student writing.

 

 

Suggestions/General Guidelines for Editing People's Work

  1. It's nice to have someone recognize when the author has done something well, but that alone won't help them improve their writing, which is why they came to you in the first place.

  2. Use constructive comments.  Offer suggestions for improvement.

  3. Never attack the author.

  4. Try not to attack the writing either. It isn't your enemy, there is no need to needlessly degrade it.

  5. Remember how long the author has worked on this writing. 

  6. It helps to thank them for putting their necks out and letting you read their stuff.

  7. NO RED PENS!  THEY ARE EVIL!

 

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