First, allow me to thank all of you for being so friendly. I just signed up two days ago. However, I have already met many kind people that participate here in the fiction community. Thank you!

Now, on with the discussion:

What is your reason for becoming a writer? Was it a childhood dream? Did you find yourself writing on various scrap papers? Did a fortune teller say that you’re destined to be the next Stephen King?

I permanently picked up my quill by accident. There I was, shuffling about the universe without a hint of direction. That’s when I realized that my blood is dark as indigo and thick as paint. I had always been a pen wielding warrior. I simply didn’t realize it.

Now, syllables drum the beats of my heart, and my flesh is blanketed by damp, pressed papyrus.

I don't know that I really classify myself as a writer yet. I've written for college newspapers- but that is the only writing I've ever done that I was paid for. I blog, but I don't know if that classifies me as a writer either.

I did just move my profile here from the woman section since I'm starting to find more and more of my inner writer.

Right now I'm writing a novel. It's something I've always said I wanted to do, so I just jumped in and I'm doing it. But until I started I didn't know if it was a realistic dream or not. The fact that it's looking more and more realistic every day is encouraging and confidence building for me.

But a Writer (with a capitol W)? I don't know if I am one yet. So my question is what is the difference between a writer and a person who writes? I'm not sure that they are one and the same.

I just always have, I can't remember a time when I didn't write, well at least a time when I'm was able to read and write that I didn't.

Amberlicious, I understand where you're coming from. I think there are many different types of writers.

As with most things, writers fall into a hierarchy (I know, elitist. However, the system does exist). Capital W writers are the writers we consider as The Greats. They write literature with a capital L. However, just because you don't write Literature doesn't mean you aren't a writer. I think you're a writer. You could call yourself an "aspiring writer" if you wish to distance yourself from the solid, defining title.

I'm really glad you started your novel. I hope you stick with it. One day, you'll be editing your work. Then, you'll find a way to get it published. You'll live out your dream. I can tell by your writing that you're skilled. Just stay determined.

Le Bec, it sounds like writing was just in your blood. I'm glad you've stayed dedicated to it throughout your life.

I never really thought I had a choice to be honest. I have so much going on in my head that I have to write things down or else I would go insane :)