Writing & Publishing Four Types of Novel Writers

[suspensewriter]

I've also learned that the "method" might even change from project to project as we learn, grow and hone our craft.

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A wise observation, @RLHicks!

 

[William D'Andrea]

    Just curious.  What does the term "pantser" mean?

 

[Johne]

  Just curious.  What does the term "pantser" mean?

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Pantser is shorthand for 'seat-of-the-pants' writer, or a Discovery writer. A Pantser typically is less interested in outlines and story structure, and more interested in just sitting down and writing.
https://faq.brandonsanderson.com/knowledge-base/are-you-an-outliner-or-a-discovery-writer/

 

[suspensewriter]

Wow!  I find a "Discovery" writer much more complimentary!

 

[carolinamtne]

Agreed, but it is could also refer to something like fantasy?