Talent and Joy

Although King tries to be “as encouraging as possible” (King 138) in explaining what it takes to be a good writer, it has proven to be somewhat discouraging to me. “On Writing” seems to be a novel that a person would read if they were aspiring to be a full time writer. King tries to persuade his readers to read whenever they get a chance and to pursue it because they enjoy it. He is so drawn to his work that it is no longer work for him; it is playtime. Honestly, it is rare that I pick up a novel that brings such joy to me and “[i]f there is no joy in it, it’s just no good” (King 144). Steven believes there should be talent along with the fun factor. I sure hope that is not true because if it is I should just put down the book right now. I can write an adequate paper, but it comes with a lot of strain. It doesn't just flow out of me and I definitely do not feel that "excitement of spinning something new" (King 148). I am willing to work hard and organize my toolbox, but I think that I am missing some of the most essential tools. Steven King’s obvious talent and joy in writing makes him the good writer that he is, however, it reveals my own incompetency.