Old Speckled Hen Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 How many of us having read a book have said, "I could do that." What would you write? Is there a book inside you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Chick Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I have written a book but it was never published. As part of my degree I did creative writing and I wrote a Science Fiction Comedy Novel, I got a 1st for that part of my degree. I currently have 4 book ideas on the go, as well as re-drafting my degree book, but never have the time to do anything about it and would struggle with how to get anything published/promoted anyway. One day maybe.... I always said if I won the lottery I would work on my books and try to get published. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I would like to think there was,but am not confidant enough to give it a bash I was once given the book 'How to write a novel' by a very dear pair of friends when I was feeling very low,so I guess they must have thought so too... I read heaps & heaps of books, but suspect that even though I would prefer to write something clever,something more chick-lit would come out of me instead Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy chickens! Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 As a readaholic I always think I would love to write a book, but two things stop me, total lack of disipline and the most boring writing style known to mankind. Ah well, artistic people sound so difficult to live with! Go for it Space Chick! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willow Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I couldn't write fiction but would love to write a technical book for my area of expertise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlo Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 As a readaholic I always think I would love to write a book, but two things stop me, total lack of disipline and the most boring writing style known to mankind. Ah well, artistic people sound so difficult to live with! My sentiments exactly!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I wrote a book at school, they had it bound and put in the library and everything I would love to write a book, maybe I will have a bash later in life Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A chickychickychick-ENN!! Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I've been a contributing author to a book and the subject of one. I love storytellers - traditional storytellers like Neil Gaiman rather than Proper Novels these days (Booker/canonical literature). I never thought I'd say that! I've got a few ideas on the go, but it's completing anything and then knowing what to do with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docsquid Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I've written academic books, and also contributed chapters, but it isn't quite the same. I do want to write an autobiography, the problem is things keep happening to make me wonder whether it is a good idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmommasally Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I'd like to write childrens stories, I use to make up lots of stories for the girls when they were little. One day when time allows I might manage to get some down on paper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HENthusiastic Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 My big brother has written a book and had it published. Its called "A Year on The Bog". And yes, it actually is about his toiletting experiences over the course of a year . He recorded every 'episode' and it has been published and sold as a normal sized paperback There was a big book launch at Waterstones with him signing copies. Theres a picture of him naked sat on the toilet on the front cover . Its most bizare. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 he did what now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I just had to Google that . I'm very pleased to report that he has a 5 star review on Amazon . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HENthusiastic Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 Tis true . He wrote down every single time he went to the loo for a whole year. He timed each visit (including journeys to and from toilet), writing down what time he went, how long it took and anything that 'occured' both on the journey and whilst getting down to business. Its still available! Think its definitely a blokey type of book. ANH I'm not as hairy as him Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I googled it too and it looks like a funny read - might invest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickvic Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 It could be a fab read Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmommasally Posted October 28, 2009 Share Posted October 28, 2009 A definite must read - maybe Omlet power could make it a number 1 or 2 in the best sellers list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkyrie Posted October 28, 2009 Share Posted October 28, 2009 A moving story then? OK I had to look - I didn't opt for the larger image though ewwww! Now he'll have to go on I'm a Celebrity . . . they seem to have long spells of not going at all! How would he cope there? On the other hand "Is there a book inside you" applies to him inside and out - what a thorough man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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BeckyBoo Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 How hysterical - wonder what on earth went through his mind as he decided on that for a topic? Has he written a follow up? I'd like to write a book as I like writing, but I'm only any good at blogs, and even then I only do it once every month or so. When I read something good I'm always left wondering how on earth they came up with something so complicated, or well-rounded, or where the story idea came from - don't think I'd be any good at fiction BeckyBoo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chick wiggle Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 Just caught up with this thread and glad i did. Hen, I've just bought you brothers book. Perfect stocking filler for OH! Looks hilarious Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chooklady Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 I've always fancied writing a book. I have a sort of idea, one day perhaps. I suppose it's a bit more than an idea as there are couple of partial chapters on paper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ness3103 Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 last year i thought i'd try and write a book. everyone's always telling me i should write about all the fun things that have happened since having the twins, so i started it from the first scan, think i got as far as 6 months pregnant and lost interest lol and i'm not very consistant with my past and present tenses either so got myself confused maybe one day i'll finish it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willow Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 When I read something good I'm always left wondering how on earth they came up with something so complicated, or well-rounded, or where the story idea came from - don't think I'd be any good at fiction I'm with you on this Becky. I love reading and nothing I ever wrote came close so I just can't do fiction. I've been delighted to see my ES doesn't have my inhibitions and is currently working n his second novel (not up to publishing standard he's just doing it for his own enjoyment) I loved the idea of A life on the Bog, very heartening that you truly can write a book about absolutely anything ! I wasn't as surprised when I looked it up that he started writing about visits to the bog in Japan though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HENthusiastic Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 I'm not sure if hes writing another book. He was quite secretive about the first one until it was all done, so anythings possible! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
