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As I’ve continued to write, I’ve found how helpful it can be to have someone I can talk to about what I’m writing. It may just be my personality, but I’ve found that getting another person’s opinion on what I’m writing is very helpful and often times is the spark I need to get excited about writing again. I think that’s why writer circles and workshops exist. Using other’s feedback and questions helps the writing process go much faster, and also makes it more fun.
Not only do I have someone I can talk out my ideas to, but I am also the confidant for another friend who is writing. So if you’re interested in writing I would suggest finding someone who you can talk to about your ideas. It really helps to hear from someone else if what you’re planning makes sense and is interesting, or is boring and full of discrepancies. Because ultimately, you want your writing to be something that someone else will want to read, and if it’s only interesting to you, that purpose will not be achieved.
Here’s a few things I tell my confidant:
-I explain a portion of the plot and ask if it sounds interesting.
-I give a few possible scenarios and ask which one is the best.
-I let her read what I’ve written and see if there are any flaws or plot holes I missed.
-I share my inspirations and ask if they would work with what I’ve already written.
-I ask if what I’m planning for a character to do aligns with their personality.
Here’s a few ways I’ve helped another writer:
-I listen to story ideas, and make suggestions for what a character could do or say in a specific situation.
-I help come up with names for characters or places.
-I’ve read through books or short stories and corrected misspellings and grammar issues.
Here are a few things to keep in mind when picking your confidant:
-Make sure the person is someone you trust
-Make sure the person is honest and won’t just tell you want you want to hear
-Make sure the person is easily available (not someone you never see and rarely talk to)
-Make sure the person wants to and enjoys giving feedback (not everyone wants to be a sounding board)
Good Luck with your writing!
NovelSisters 
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