Fiction is a Waste of Time
I’ve been struggling to write fiction for a while now. Since peak production in 2001, I’ve lacked inspiration.
The bigger problem – bigger than the lack of inspiration – is my feeling that there’s no need for me to write.
- What does writing achieve?
- What do I have to say?
- Who will ever read it?
- Why bother?
As a copywriter, I write all the time. I love writing for my clients because copy always serves a purpose. The words I write explain things, they help people, they sell stuff or entertain. Whatever the project, copy has a purpose.
I have lots of interest in writing non-fiction, but fiction seems very pointless.
And this feeling applies to reading too. I’m constantly reading fascinating non-fiction books, but when I try a novel or short story I just get bored.
Do you ever feel that fiction is pointless?
