Very good, I can use more videos like this. I did a search of "was" in my manuscript. The results were not pretty. But reducing my use of "was" improved my writing. Much more active.
Glad you found it useful! Active writing is generally more impactful, but don't feel the need to replace ALL your "was's", either. Passive sentences have their place; namely, whenever you're describing information that is necessary but unremarkable, or if you want to slow down the pace.
It warms my heart to hear you say that, @Leep34. Who knows what recognition I'll one day receive, but so long as I can help a few writers over some tricky hurdles, I'm satisfied. In a sense, putting together these videos is like dedicated "study time" for me, and it's been improving my own writing, so no matter my view count, I'm happy with that 🙂. That being said, a little recognition does put a smile on my face.
I saw those simple sentences as a technical means to imply how naive the character of Rhoda was. Simple sentences depicting a simply-minded character, child-like in her sensibilities, described in a child-like way. I haven't read the novel, but judging from the title, this character is in for some rude awakenings through cataclysmic turns of events. I could be wrong, but it reeks of a set up.
I appreciate the corrections, @zonafeller. I can't promise I'll get around to re-recording, but if they ever come up again, I'll be sure to implement them 🙂.
@zonafeller I was just googling the pronunciation of Herman Wouk for my latest video, and google agreed with my original pronunciation of "Wook". Curious, what made you think it was "Woke"?
Great video - thanks for creating it!
Great video! Very helpful.
Thank you for some great points
Excellent video, very useful 👍
Very good, I can use more videos like this. I did a search of "was" in my manuscript. The results were not pretty. But reducing my use of "was" improved my writing. Much more active.
Glad you found it useful! Active writing is generally more impactful, but don't feel the need to replace ALL your "was's", either. Passive sentences have their place; namely, whenever you're describing information that is necessary but unremarkable, or if you want to slow down the pace.
@@coreyhuffman7607 Oh good to know. Thanks.
I love you help me so much than any other writing you tuber I wish you were noticed more
It warms my heart to hear you say that, @Leep34. Who knows what recognition I'll one day receive, but so long as I can help a few writers over some tricky hurdles, I'm satisfied. In a sense, putting together these videos is like dedicated "study time" for me, and it's been improving my own writing, so no matter my view count, I'm happy with that 🙂. That being said, a little recognition does put a smile on my face.
I saw those simple sentences as a technical means to imply how naive the character of Rhoda was. Simple sentences depicting a simply-minded character, child-like in her sensibilities, described in a child-like way. I haven't read the novel, but judging from the title, this character is in for some rude awakenings through cataclysmic turns of events. I could be wrong, but it reeks of a set up.
Yeah she's definitely a bit childish, and indeed she does on an emotional roller-coaster throughout the story. Good catch!
The video and your comment make great sense technically and meaningfully. Much appreciated 😂
I suggest you re-record this piece (it's very good) but pronounce Wouk as "woke" and Haydn as HIGH-den.
I appreciate the corrections, @zonafeller. I can't promise I'll get around to re-recording, but if they ever come up again, I'll be sure to implement them 🙂.
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@zonafeller I was just googling the pronunciation of Herman Wouk for my latest video, and google agreed with my original pronunciation of "Wook". Curious, what made you think it was "Woke"?