What I Need as a Writer

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Please answer the questions below so we know what your biggest writing needs are. Thank you!

Choose the option below that describe you best. *

I am a novice writer

I have published a book or short story and would like to publish more works

I have published a book or short story and want to make this my career

I have published several works, and I am a career author

I am a newer screenwriter

I am a screenwriter seeking placement for my scripts in the market

I am a seasoned screenwriter who has sold multiple projects

Other:

As I writer, I struggle with... (Check any that apply) *

Building characters who come across as authentic, relatable, and unique

Plotting a story that holds together well and doesn't meander

Coming up with ideas for a story

Worldbuilding

Character Relationships

Understanding Show and Tell

Describing Emotion

Using description effectively throughout the story

Starting a story

Writing the story

Revising a story to improve the story and characters

Editing a story (word choice, grammar, typos, etc.)

Completing a full novel or screenplay (drafting and revising)

What comes next after a story, novel, or screenplay is complete (publishing options)

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As a writer, I would say I am... *

an enthusiastic novice seeking to learn about all aspects of storytelling

a determined writer looking to advance my storytelling knowledge

a seasoned writer looking to refine my skills

an established writer who has the knowledge needed but seeks resources to make writing easier

Other:

When I struggle with an element of storytelling, I learn best through... (Check any that apply) *

Video tutorials

Written tutorials or articles on a specific topic

Webinars (live or recordings)

Email-delivered mini-courses (self-learning)

Discussion with other writers (in a forum, group chat, etc.)

Other:

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Tell us a bit more about your biggest "pain points" as a writer? We really want to know, as this helps us better understand how to best help you. *

What writing need brought you to One Stop for Writers? *

Sometimes I feel overwhelmed by all the things I must juggle to create a strong story. A site that distills knowledge and helps me organize and plan is exactly what I need.

I have time constraints, and the right tools and resources will help me do more in each writing session.

I struggle with ideas, and having a site that helps me brainstorm would be a big help.

Other:

Please tell us a bit more about what problem you hope One Stop for Writers will help you solve. *

Pretend you know nothing about One Stop for Writers. As you explored our tools and resources for the first time, what one discovery made your day because it's exactly what you needed? *

What main genre do you write in the most? *

Fantasy

Mystery

Romance

Thriller

Horror

Science Fiction

Historical Fiction

Literary

Memoir

Young Adult

Kidlit

Other:

What other resources have you utilized to improve your craft? (Check any that apply) *

Writing books

Writing blogs

Podcasts

Conferences and/or workshops (in person)

Workshops & webinars online

I belong to a writing organization

I have critique partners

I participate in an online writing forum or community

Other:

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If we didn't ask a question that allowed you to fully express what struggles you face most as a writer, or you would like to expand on how we can best help you, feel free to tell us more here. And thank you!

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