Exploring the Journey of a Writer

The speaker shares their early love for storytelling, inspired by books like Curious George and Dr. Seuss. They recount a childhood writing contest that solidified their desire to become a writer. Growing up in a literate household with parents who wrote books provided a strong foundation in language. The speaker emphasizes the importance of trusting one's own editorial judgment, despite external opinions, in the writing process.

What childhood books inspired the speaker to become a writer?

• Harry Potter and The Hobbit

• Curious George and Dr. Seuss

• The Cat in the Hat and The Little Prince

• The Chronicles of Narnia and Matilda

What was the subject of the speaker's first writing contest?

• A summer camp experience

• A newly renovated cafeteria

• A family vacation

• A school play

How did growing up in a literate household influence the speaker?

• It made writing seem like a distant dream.

• It discouraged them from pursuing writing.

• It made writing seem accessible and doable.

• It had no impact on their writing journey.

Why does the speaker prefer not to seek multiple opinions on their work?

• They believe it improves their work.

• They find it obscures their mental landscape.

• They think it makes their work more popular.

• They want to avoid criticism.

What is one of the challenges of being a writer, according to the speaker?

• Too much public scrutiny

• Lack of creative ideas

• The solitary nature of decision-making

• Having too many editors