MEH: a lit crit
O tej e-knjigi
Writing about the ten most boring authors of all time not only sheds light on the shortcomings of these writers but also imparts important lessons to aspiring writers today. Exploring the works of boring authors can serve as a valuable learning experience for budding writers, helping them understand what pitfalls to avoid and what elements to incorporate in their own work. It enables them to critically analyze and reflect upon the techniques and styles that may lead to a lackluster reading experience. By studying the works of these authors, aspiring writers can gain insights into the importance of compelling storytelling, relatable characters, engaging language, and evocative emotions.
When examining the style of boring authors, we often find excessive verbosity, convoluted sentence structures, and a lack of clarity in their writing. Aspiring writers can use this as a cautionary tale, ensuring that their own prose is concise, clear, and easily understandable. By focusing on simplicity and effective communication, they can create a more enjoyable and accessible reading experience for their audience.
The subject matter chosen by boring authors often lacks excitement and intrigue. Aspiring writers can learn from their mistakes by selecting topics that are meaningful and relevant to their audience. By delving into themes that resonate with readers, they can create narratives that captivate and provoke thought, making their work more engaging and impactful.
The emotional depth, or lack thereof, in the works of boring authors can also serve as an important lesson for aspiring writers. Understanding the importance of evoking genuine emotions in their readers is crucial. By developing well-rounded and relatable characters, writers can create emotional connections that draw their audience into the narrative, ensuring a more satisfying and enthralling reading experience.
Studying the rhythmic deficiencies of boring authors' works can illuminate the significance of flowing language and melodic prose. Aspiring writers can learn from this by experimenting with different literary techniques such as meter, rhyme, and cadence, to create a musicality that elevates their writing.
The examination of boring authors is not meant to dismiss or degrade their work, but rather to extract lessons that can benefit aspiring writers. By identifying the shortcomings and shortcomings in these authors' works, writers can strive to avoid similar pitfalls and cultivate a style that is engaging, evocative, and resonant.
- W. J. Manares
O avtorju
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
The Sardonic yet Whimsical Author of the Philippines
W. J. Manares a. k. a. Willer Jun Araneta Manares is a one-of-a-kind persona in the literary scene of Aklan - the oldest province in the Philippines. He came out from his mother's birth canal on the 1st day of June, year 1985.
He came from a prominent Hispanic family. A legitimate member of Familia Araneta (Araneta Family) in the Philippines, included in its 7th generation, to be exact.
He's the Philippine Brand Ambassador of Noel Lorenz House of Fiction (NLHF - India), a common member of The Aklan Literati (AkLit), and one the common poets of Common Literature Period, a movement founded by Sourav Sarkar.
He loves everything erotic and sci-fi. A volunteer teacher with a philanthropic heart. And a freelance musical coach if needed. A lesser-known writer and worldbuilder who was influenced by the Superstar, Piers Anthony especially by his books, "But What of Earth?," "Bio of an Ogre," and "Ogre, Ogre." He built the worlds of Stripes Archipelago, Nation of Tseicurdia and Land of Toto. He is now labeled as, "the sardonic yet whimsical author/writer of the Philippines."
His children’s story, "Ro Mga Busoe Ni Noel" got the consolation prize in the Aklanon category of Aliwanag, a story writing contest by Aklat Alamid & Kasingkasing Press.
He received the Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF) Tula Tayo 2023 Award for his Diyona poem, "Kung Ang Puso Ay Isang Poso." He is one of the awardees of Charles Bukowski's International Literary Award and Alexander Pushkin-W. B. Yeats' International Literary Award by NLHF for his poetic contributions.
His High Fantasy story, "Dormancy Breakage," was included in the Noel Lorenz House of Fiction and Country Girrls anthology, Risqué. Also, NLHF and Presse Mondiale Litpaz included his other masterpiece in the Color of My Heart World Record Series anthology, Mintakan Musings. These collections are available on Amazon and other online bookstores.
His poems can be read in the following anthologies edited by Sourav Sarkar: Year of the Rabbit Anthology, Cooch Behar Anthology Volume 5, 7 and 8, Anthology of Poets, Short Stories and Journey, Save Water Anthology, Love Poems Volume 2, Titanic Anthology, Selected Poets, Nature Poets Volume 3, Love Poems Volume 3, Anthology of the World, Flowers Anthology, Unity Book, Great Pyramid of Giza Anthology, Pain Anthology, 16 Poets of Common Literature Period, Anthology of the Year 2100 and Winter Anthology 3. More are coming soon. These books are also available on Amazon.
His short story, "Brew" was accepted and can be read on Litehouse online. SweetSmell Journal included his 2 poems, "Mirroring" and "Dragon-on-guard" in its maiden issue. His poem, "Tila Durian" reached Top 30 in Philippine Social Conservative Movement (PSCM) Poetry Contest. His horror story, "Asswang" was included in the Pasyon's Mariit Vol. 2 short list. One of his works that was rejected in the Philippines entitled, "Lito and the Whistle" was included in The Mirror of Time #3, a yearly bilingual literary and cultural magazine of India. His poem, "Poetic Justice" can be read on Himalaya Diary online, a leading news portal of Kathmandu, Nepal.
His 17 Books, "BetLog," "Tanaga, Diyona... Dalit?," "Flashbacks of Flashforwards," "OTNEWUK," "Isa Sa Ilang Paraan," "Owa't Tawo," "Pusikit," "The Extracted," "Playing in Secret Solitude," "Ang Bulbul atbp.," "Poesy for Poseidon," "Shiverses," "Rose for Diana," "Mekus Mekus," "Waterhen," "Pilang ka Sugid-sugid sa Bibi it Akean," and "Spill the Beans" are published by Ukiyoto Publishing.
He also volunteered as an editor of 2 hyper-romantic anthology books, "Magkalaguyo at iba pang uri ng pagsinta" and "SIIL: Sa Iyo't Iyo Lamang." He recently edited and compiled, "Omni-Verses: Interplanetary Poesies" and "Longings and other Longer Poems."
He currently helped the founding and development of Warang Writers' World that provides free publishing and livelihood income to aspiring writers in the Philippines. He compiled the poems for their books, "Poetry Anthology" and "Poetry Anthology 2 "in which he's also the volunteer editor, same with the Erotica anthology book, "Acitore". He also compiled, "Slices and Slashes: Untold Tearful Stories," a collection of tragic slices of life.
Recently, he founded Bukas na Ugnayan sa Literatura ng mga Kuwentista At mga Nagsusulat (BULKAN). He also started his own quarterly literary magazine, "Wellerism," to cater the exposure of freelance writers locally and some others too.
Sometimes, he's a songwriter and loves to strum the guitar and sing. He loves the music of Rammstein, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Green Day, Eagle-Eye Cherry and Toad the Wet Sprocket.
When not writing, he's in his own library, reading and stacking his collection of books up on the shelves again and again. He loves the taste of cinnamon sometimes. He enjoys living his peculiar life near the gateway to the paradise island of Boracay.
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Website: moc.m02.mw.wm.20m.com/
