Hello,
I have been most comfortable writing non-fiction essays and memoir-style creative non-fiction. It feels most natural to me but it's also a style of writing that requires a lot of vulnerability. I find that starting with short stories offers a welcome respite from the heavy self-examination and exposure. But I wonder if stepping outside my writing box will water down my solidity as a non-fiction writer. Thoughts on this are welcome!
I have been most comfortable writing non-fiction essays and memoir-style creative non-fiction. It feels most natural to me but it's also a style of writing that requires a lot of vulnerability. I find that starting with short stories offers a welcome respite from the heavy self-examination and exposure. But I wonder if stepping outside my writing box will water down my solidity as a non-fiction writer. Thoughts on this are welcome!