Hi, my name is Melanie. I'm a writing and literature major that enjoys art whether it is music, drawing, writing or photography. I'm new to the writing and literature major and I'm excited to expand on my writing. Prior to taking this Creative Non-Fiction workshop class I have only taken basic writing courses. I chose Creative Non-Fiction as one of my courses this semester because it seems like a genre in writing that has plenty of room for self expression.
My writing is usually free writes or poetic pieces with a lot of repetition and a lyrical feel. I use writing as an outlet. I believe my writing should always come from a natural and honest place. When I force myself to write it usually results in writers block or writing that is not truly a reflection of myself.
I've read a few books recently and none have had as big of an impact on me as when I read The Alchemist by Paulo Coehlo. I was introduced to this book by a former English teacher and role model. I read this book at a time where I was unmotivated and careless about school and my future. This book was a huge inspiration to me. It was the motivation I needed to be proactive about my future. It showed me that my dreams can be fulfilled although they may feel out of reach. It is after this book that I became more confident with my writing. I began keeping journals and doing free writes. Ever since then writing has been a passion of mine.
I am officially a writing and literature major and I am ready to learn and take in all that I can.
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