“We want our message to go “snap, crackle, and pop” in the minds of our readers. A writer succeeds when a reader says, “Hmm, I’ve never thought of it that way before,” or “Well, I didn’t know that,” or even “I don’t agree with this at all!” To jump-start the reader’s brain is a worthy goal. Empty words will not do that.”
~ Don M. Aycock & Leonard G.Goss, from The Christian Writer’s Book: A Practical Guide to Writing
Consider also Ecclesiastes 6:11: “The more the words, the less the meaning, and how does that profit anyone?”
February 23, 2007 - 12:06 pm
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on February 23, 2007 - 8:53 pm
That quote from Ecclesiastes is one of my favorites! Applies to both writing and SPEAKING.
on February 24, 2007 - 2:21 am
Wow, that verse is a mouth full. I’ve not considered it before but will be doing some evaluating of my own words. ;D
on February 24, 2007 - 9:06 pm
That quote from Ecclesiastes is great. It’s one of the reasons I try to be concise in my writing. I think that leads to active participation.
The reader is not just checking out the scenery but is actively taking part in the journey.
on February 26, 2007 - 12:47 pm
Rachell, thanks so much. Good to hear from you. It’s a good verse, isn’t it?
Dawn, that what I want to do, too–re-evaluate my words. Thanks for visiting!
Hal, so true. God bless your writing and your new book!
on February 26, 2007 - 11:32 pm
That passage from Ecclesiastes is one of my favorites. It really challenges me to chose my words wisely. Thanks for the reminder.