Writing by hand

by Victoria Constant
31st May 2013

Hi all, I recently brought a really pretty notebook the other day from The Works (reduced from £10 to £3) and only brought it because of its visual appeal and bargain price; however I don't know what to do with it. Do you think it will be a good idea to write my story 'A Time to Change' in it? I used to write all my work by hand before I was introduced to a computer (makes me sound old but I suck with technology aha) so I know it is very time consuming and results in cramped fingers. So really I just want to know people's opinions or any other ideas people can think of using my notepad for. Thank you!

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I always write by hand at first, and then once I go to the lappy I then start to add more into it!

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Myrisha Connelly
31/05/2013

Hi Victoria, I agree with Garry that using written form has its placement where technology is just not as free. Also that if you are a neat hand writer presenting it to a publisher can show then a type of person you are. Some people can read allot from a persons writing, so I suppose its down to personal choice. I know some artists use handmade paper because it makes the colours stand-out more and it gives a better depth of field to their picture. I'm sure that writing on a good quality paper can make you feel better in some way :)

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Gordon Bailey
31/05/2013

Sorry, I didn't realise that, probably my mistake :)

I agree. I like the feel of knowing your own work is in your own hands, there's a certain satisfaction from it. I can't comment on if they want a written copy though, I have no idea.

Anytime. Glad to have said something useful :)

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31/05/2013