What Kind of Writer Are You?

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Quiz Questions

1.
How far along in the writing process are you?

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- A.
  
  Who told you I'm writing a book? Please don't tell anyone.
- B.
  
  I'm deep in the writing process and am very focused on the details.
- C.
  
  I've only finished the first page, but I’m already sure it’s going to be a best-seller and adapted into an award-winning movie.
- D.
  
  I've STARTED several books
- E.
  
  I've written four chapters, and they're all about two pages long.
2.
How many people know you are writing a book?

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- A.
  
  Everyone I meet knows I'm writing a book because they may help me think of an idea for a new one.
- B.
  
  All of the biggest movie stars have received offers from me to star in the film version.
- C.
  
  A lot of historians and the librarian know a lot about it because I want to be impeccable with my research.
- D.
  
  No one knows I'm writing my book...and no one ever will.
- E.
  
  A few people do, but I'm having a hard time explaining what it's about.
3.
Have you written a book before?

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- A.
  
  No...but Emily Bronte only needed one book, right?
- B.
  
  No, this is the only book I will write because this is a story that needs to be told and I want to make sure no detail is left behind.
- C.
  
  I've started several but never finished any.
- D.
  
  I have, but no one knows about anything I've written.
- E.
  
  Yeah. Well...they started off as books, but might be better classified as short stories.
4.
Do you like to read?

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- A.
  
  I keep up with the news. I like to know what's going on in the world and how that will affect my book's release.
- B.
  
  As long as it's research related to my book. I can get lost in the research sometimes, but it's so fascinating and I want my book to be perfect!
- C.
  
  Yes, but I don't have time to read because I always find something I'd rather be writing about.
- D.
  
  Yes, because it takes me to a faraway place where I can be anything and no one knows what I'm doing.
- E.
  
  I like newspapers like USA Today that get straight to the point.
5.
When it comes to writing, which of these sounds the most like you?

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- A.
  
  I know I need to finish my book, and that writing is important, but there is so much I need to start doing to get ready for its release. I need to practice my book signing signature, for sure.
- B.
  
  I sit in a quiet place, by myself, and I write...and write...and write…
- C.
  
  I sometimes get lost in the research aspect because I want my book to be accurate.
- D.
  
  I have so many writing projects that sometimes I don’t know which one to work on!
- E.
  
  Short and sweet.
6.
What is the biggest challenge for you in the writing process?

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- A.
  
  Making sure my story is accurate.
- B.
  
  Finishing...I'm always eager to start my next project.
- C.
  
  Giving my work to someone else to edit.
- D.
  
  Waiting for the offers to pour in.
- E.
  
  Details. Sometimes I leave out important plot points.
7.
My relationship with writing can be compared with this type of book:

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- A.
  
  Textbook: It’s accurate, proofread, and concise.
- B.
  
  Romance: I have a love affair with reading and writing that no one else understands or knows about.
- C.
  
  Adventure: There are a lot of twists and turns in the writing process. I never know where I’ll end up.
- D.
  
  Fantasy: I prefer to think about what is going to happen AFTER my book gets published.
- E.
  
  Poetry: My writing is short and open to interpretation...even if I don’t think it should be.
8.
Which of these songs do you like the most?

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- A.
  
  “We Didn’t Start the Fire” by Billy Joel. Who knew you could get so much information in one 4-minute song?
- B.
  
  “A Day in the Life” by The Beatles. There's much inspiration in every part of the day.
- C.
  
  “Piece of Me” by Britney Spears. I’m sure I’ll be facing similar trials and tribulations when I’m that famous.
- D.
  
  “Dirty Little Secret” by All-American Rejects. When I start any new goal or relationship, I keep it a secret because I’m scared if I tell anyone about it, I’ll fail.
- E.
  
  “In-A-Gadd-Da-Vida” by Iron Butterfly. It’s 30 words long and that’s all you need for a hit.
9.
Someone tells you a secret. What do you do?

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- A.
  
  Keep it. Forever.
- B.
  
  Think about how this information will affect my life.
- C.
  
  Try telling a few close friends by giving incredibly vague hints, and get bummed out when no one guesses.
- D.
  
  Pry for specific details. Ask questions. I want to make sure I completely understand the information.
- E.
  
  I’ll think about it until something more exciting takes up that space in my head.
10.
What inspires you?

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- A.
  
  Everything. Literally. Everything.
- B.
  
  Finishing my book and maybe even letting a few people know what I’ve been up to.
- C.
  
  To tell you what inspires me, we’d have to start with my childhood and learn about all of my decisions leading to this very moment. How much time do you have?
- D.
  
  You know...this and that.
- E.
  
  A check I wrote myself for a million dollars. I carry it everywhere and I know I'll be cashing it soon enough.

Quiz Outcomes

1.

Closet Writer

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The Closet Writer is basically a writer who likes to keep their work incredibly private. Writing is an incredibly personal art and it takes a lot of courage to share it, and you just haven't had that courage yet. But keeping your work private may be keeping it from reaching its full potential- criticism (both good and bad) will help you improve.
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Shiny New Idea Writer

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The Shiny New Idea Writer is constantly coming up with new book ideas. As a Shiny New Idea Writer, inspiration is always around the corner, but this constant stream of new ideas makes it hard for you to stick with one book at a time.
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Under-Writer

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The Under-writer struggles to hit their word count goal because they don't allow themselves the freedom to write freely and make mistakes. Although every line you write is gorgeous and well-crafted, because you don't allow yourself to have a sloppy first draft, your writing takes a long time and risks being choppy rather than flowing naturally.
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Over-Writer

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The Over-Writer is a writer who is always exceeding their anticipated page count. This is the type of writer who was going for a 70,000-word book and accidentally ends up at the 170,000-word mark...oops. This can be a great gift, but because you feel like every detail is equally important you don't have the best editorial instincts.
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50 Steps Ahead Writer

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You believe in your manuscript so much so that (even though you’ve only written two chapters) you’re already thinking about who would star in a movie adaptation of your book. Although believing in your book and pushing for yourself are great qualities, thinking too far ahead risks limiting your options and distracting you from writing.

What Kind of Writer Are You?

Inspired by everything? Secret writer? Something in between? Take our quiz to find out what your writing style says about you.

Quiz Questions

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