My Themes (Oops!)
Last week, I started a new article titled “My Themes,” which described my typical writing themes. Two days later, I had committed at least two hours of writing, and all was going well. While searching for an unrelated topic, I came across:
https://interviewingimmortality.com/blog172.html
Yeah… an article about my writing themes. That’s two hours wasted. Mental note: Check previous topics before starting a new one.
This mistake got me thinking. How many times have I covered this material before? I recall a few instances, but not this bad. Plus, I like to re-discuss topics.
What were the differences between the original and the article I started to write? The original focused on character/plot types and writing formats. My recent attempt focused on broader topics, including morals, plot structures, and how I treat the characters. This culminated in an overall focus on the suffering of ordinary people.
Taking a high-level view, I have grown as an author and now think more about the bigger picture. I suppose this is evidence of growth. For example, a new car buyer might focus on flashy appearance, while an experienced car enthusiast would concentrate on technical specifications, fuel economy, and reviews.
Making mistakes is part of life, which is how we learn and grow. As a writer, the key is fixing issues at the editing stage. The problem is that books contain thousands of words, and it only takes one to do a lot of damage. Fortunately, I found this little boo-boo before anyone else. Stay tuned for future mistakes.
You’re the best -Bill
May 11, 2022 Updated August 22, 2026
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