Writer's, Author's, Genres
Group Discussion: Is Everyone an Author?
Similarities:
Everyone writes
Writing is important
Writing can be seen across the globe
Differences:
Different definitions of “Author”
Is every writer an author?
Authors write more, write books, stories
Authors’ writing is seen by more people
Everyone is a writer, not everyone an author
Authors: Writers:
Writing is seen by public
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“Casual” writing, for a friend/family/small group
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Write books, stories, informed articles/reports
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Shorter writing
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More time and effort into what you write, spend time researching your subject
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Write quick texts, emails, personal blogs
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Writing is a hobby or a job
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Less planned out
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Types of Writing: Why we Enjoy / Dislike it:
Essays
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A lot of work, a lot of thinking, not always an interesting subject to write about, not writing for you
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Texting/Skype Messaging
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It’s easy, quick, faster than calling
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Emails
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More formal than a text, still fast and easy
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Short Stories
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Throwing down thoughts, relaxing, fun writing
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Genres of Writing:
Emails, Invitations, Shopping List, Texts, Driving Instructions
Email:
Hey Jacob!
Can you help me set up a party this weekend? Send this attachment (the invitation) to all of your friends. Can you drive to Safeway and pick up some soda, water bottles, the cake, and some pizza for us to make later? I’m going to hire a DJ, it’ll be awesome. See you there!
Text:
Melanie help! remember my party this weekend? i forgot to go to party city :( do you mind driving over to party city and picking up balloons, streamers, some candy, and masquerade masks for me and you ? Then bring it back to my house and I'll drop it off. Thanks!!
Facebook Post:
Halloween Party This Weekend!!!
When: Saturday Oct. 31st 8 pm - 11pm
Where: My House! 1123 Fourth Street NE, Central City
Bring: An appetizer, a costume and your lovely selves!, Also if you can share this invitation with all of your friends that’d be great, thank you!
See you there! RSVP 111-222-3333
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