I’m still finding my style when it comes to writing and it’s been years since I started taking my writing seriously. As I grow up and become more educated, my mind is opened to entirely new concepts that I want to infuse into my work.
As a beginner music journalist, I’ve already made the transition from third to first person. I realized that giving my own analysis and opinion on songs without properly identifying that those ideas came from my head and only my head could be misconstrued. I want to take pride in my thoughts and opinions and it’s difficult to do that when there’s nothing identifiable in my writing. When it comes to my own journalism pieces, I am the narrator–a queer woman in her early 20s and I hope my opinions reflect that.
I like to write in a way that is readable and discussable. Complex articles that contain advanced grammar and philosophical metaphors are confusing and while they open conversation, I don’t want brains to melt when understanding my writing. I believe that we live in a time where the English language has been so simplified that I can write clearly and concisely and still be met with professionalism.
As a writer, I’m constantly analyzing what other people say to form my own opinions. I often consider how the subject of my readings or listenings act vulnerable and how it inspires me to dig deep into my own mind, adding another layer of depth. I want to add onto the already-growing story, not just parachute myself in on an issue. I want to show that whatever I’m writing about affects me too.
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