Novel Writing: Bring Your Book Project to Life
The Value of a Beginner’s Mind
A course by Grant Faulkner , Writer, Publisher, and Editor
About the video: The Value of a Beginner’s Mind
Overview
“In this lesson, I'll talk about Shoshin, or beginner’s mind, a notion from Zen Buddhism that emphasizes the benefits of being open to whatever occurs and observant and curious in each effort. ”
In this video lesson Grant Faulkner addresses the topic: The Value of a Beginner’s Mind, which is part of the Domestika online course: Novel Writing: Bring Your Book Project to Life. Create a detailed plan for turning your book idea into a reality, from developing characters and a plot, to seeking inspiration for the writing process .
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson, we're gonna talk about the value of a beginner's mind. And this is related to imposter syndrome and inner critic because some people talk themselves out of writing novel instead of talking themselves into it. And they talk themselves out of it because they don't feel like they have the training. They don't feel like they have the knowledge. They don't have a degree in writing or a certificate. As I said earlier, the best way to learn to write a novel is by doing it actually. And also, being a beginner, strangely enough, ironically can be an advantage. So I believe strongly i...”
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Course summary for: Novel Writing: Bring Your Book Project to Life
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Creative Writing, Fiction Writing, Writing
Grant Faulkner
A course by Grant Faulkner
Grant Faulkner is a renowned writer, publisher, and editor with a lifelong dedication to the art of storytelling. As a seasoned author of fiction and non-fiction books, he has honed his writing skills across various genres, capturing the hearts of readers around the world. Grant's passion for the written word extends beyond his personal works. He is the Executive Director of National Novel Writing Month, the largest writing event globally, and the Executive Producer of America's Next Great Author.
With an extensive background in publishing and editing, Grant has made significant contributions to the literary world. As the founder of 100 Word Story, he has provided a platform for talented writers to showcase their work and has curated award-winning collections of stories. As a writing coach and host of the Write-minded podcast, Grant has guided countless individuals in realizing their creative potential.
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