porcupinestrongwill
Give a short description of yourself as a writer.
Porcupine "Porcey" Strongwill is a multi-award-winning singer-songwriter, poet, and prose writer from Perla del Mar de Oriente whose works have been recognized both in her local country and abroad. She self-published her debut book "Forgotten Things to Say" in 2014, and currently writes non-exclusively for PSICOM's Heartbreaker Series Season 2.
1.) What are the particular factors that make a good "persuasive" story?
"A novel is an impression, not an argument; and there the matter must rest," said Thomas Hardy, and since I had stumbled upon a similar quote in tenth (or was it eleventh?) grade I believe it is the same with any other work of fiction prose. I can't enumerate the factors of what makes up a "persuasive" story, but I'll leave you with this: A fiction writer should not aim in shoving anything down anyone's throat, rather they must ask the right questions. And what I mean by that is instead of focusing on how you could "persuade" someone through a story (and I swear, such techniques are very repulsive), concentrate on tickling the reader's minds— make the reader question the belief/s they currently hold; only then will your work be worthwhile.
2.) For those interested in exploring subjects or themes that are not inclined to their own beliefs and perceptions, where should they start and what are the important things to consider when writing about a sensitive topic?
Read as much as you can about the subject. Talk to people who are experts or are very enthusiastic about the topic. This is the way to explore other angles, other perspectives. But even before thinking of writing about a certain ultra-sensitive topic, ask yourself first: am I writing about this for a good cause— to spark awareness, or something of the sort? Or am I simply craving for attention? Be honest with yourself; because if it's the latter, then it is likely that it would be best if you leave that topic alone.
3.) How does writing change the writer and how does reading change the reader?
Writing— its excruciating and exhausting preparation and execution— never fails to make me think more. Same goes to when I'm reading. So I don't think the changes differ much. As a writer and reader, every time I read or write my knowledge expands— I understand the world and myself a little better, but it is always up to me if the newfound wisdom will cause me to become a better person or not. Perhaps it is the same with other people
