Wednesday, August 10, 2011

What matters to you more when picking a book to read, writing style or the story?

When I saw this question on the list, I clicked it with the intent of using the two above books as examples!! Personally, I like and have read both books. I LOVE Harry Potter, and it is my favorite of the two. It has both better story and style. But, while I hate poor writing, I still love the Twilight series because of the story. Had it lacked an intriguing plot, I would never have read past the first chapter or so. With such a busy life, I'm quick to drop something that is boring and has poor writing. But, the story is what kept me going. Sadly, if I were to pick up a book that was well-written but lacked an intriguing plot, I would likely not finish it. Unfortunately for good writers (and it kills me to say this as I am author myself), I feel that you can make a career off of solely good plot, while you cannot off of solely good writing. Of course, to be a clic author, remembered throughout time, you ideally need both a brilliant plot idea, and the writing skills to support it.

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