5 Observations About Writers

Writers are one of the most unique mammals in the human zoo. Each one is different, but there are a few common traits I’ve noticed. 

Writers are:

Quirky

This is an unavoidable part of the creative genetic make-up of an author. It shows in their language and their actions.

Insecure

All those rejections sometimes make for wicked nervous tics. Try not to stare.

Scatter-brained

When a new plot twist ripens, the rest of life is forgotten...meaning schedules get forgotten or mid-sentence they just might dash off to scribble down a fantastic new idea.

People Watchers

Writers are always scoping out a room full of people for new characters. Nothing to worry about, unless they're staring at you.

Motivated

In general, writers are some of the best self-starters in the world. They have to be, or their stories would never get finished.