Cuartero National High School
Intro to
Creative
Writing Edmar B. Barrido
Today's
Discussion
Outline of Topics
01 Creative Writing and Literature
02 Creative Writing Formats
03 Creative Writing vs. Other
Forms of Writing
Creative Writing
and Literature
Definition of Literature
According to Merriam-Webster,
literature is "writings having
excellence in form or expression
and expressing ideas of
permanent or universal interest."
Creative Writing
and Literature
Focus for Creative Writers
- Emphasize the concept of
being "universal" in their writing.
- Universality refers to the ability
of ideas, thoughts, or
expressions to resonate with
many people.
What is Creative
Writing
Creative Writing as a Subject
- The study of crafting various forms of written
works.
- Primarily produces literary works.
Relatability and Universality
- Example: Rom-com movies in the Philippines
are popular due to relatable themes of love and
heartbreak.
- These themes are universally relatable,
transcending cultural boundaries.
The Universal Appeal
of Literary Works
Universal Themes:
- Stories about love, heartbreak, race,
and gender can resonate with readers
worldwide.
- Readers can empathize or
sympathize with characters based on
shared experiences.
The Hunger Games:**
- Katniss Everdeen volunteers to save her
sister, evoking empathy from readers who
have protective feelings for their siblings.
Emotional Impact
of Literature
Evoking Emotions:
- Literary works can make readers
feel sad, happy, or deeply moved.
- Empathy and sympathy towards
characters lead to a profound impact
on readers.
Deep Thinking:
- Literature encourages readers to think deeply
about themes and topics, making it more
impactful than other forms of writing.
Creative Writing
Formats
- Literary compositions can be
categorized into two primary formats:
Verse and Prose.
- Different literary sources and experts
may have varying definitions, but for
this course, we simplify them as follows.
Verse
- Definition: Compositions prioritizing
the line over the paragraph.
- Components: Can be a full sentence,
a phrase, or a dependent clause.
- Characteristics:
a. Follows specific rhythms, meters, or
beats.
b. Common formats include poetry
and songs.
Prose
-Definition: Compositions using full
sentences and coherent
paragraphs.
- Characteristics:
a. Generally longer than verse
compositions.
b. Further categorized by literary
genres.
Prose
- Genres:
a. Fiction: Invented stories.
Examples include short stories and
novels.
b. Nonfiction: Based on real
people, events, or facts. Examples
include essays (also known as
creative nonfiction).
Drama
- Definition: Written works for
theatrical production, authored
by playwrights.
- Format: Contains elements of
both verse and prose.
Creative Writing vs.
Other Forms of
Writing
- News stories, encyclopedias, and textbooks
present facts and information.
- These materials can be considered nonfiction.
- Question: Are they products of creative
writing?
- Literary works aim to move readers and
evoke profound thoughts and feelings.
- Creative writing uses imaginative language.
Creative Writing Academic Writing
- Involves imaginative use of - Published learning materials
language. for educational purposes.
- Aims to entertain and - Textbooks, academic journals.
provide pleasure. - Language: Instructional,
- Engages readers tailored to educational grade
emotionally. levels.
- Examples: Novels, poetry, - Serves informational purposes.
short stories.
Technical Writing Journalistic Writing
- Documents explaining processes or
presenting information. - Producing news stories for print,
- Written using industry-specific jargon. broadcast, or online media.
- Direct, straightforward, impersonal - Specific standards and structures.
language. - Presentation of news data:
- Categories:
a. Professional reports (surveys, memos, - Lede (or lead) sentence.
emails, business letters). - Inverted triangle structure:
b. Technical papers (trade publications, Important details at the top.
industry-specific magazines). - 5Ws and 1H: Who, What,
c. Patents and scientific registration
documents. Where, When, Why, How.
d. Operating manuals.
80%
of writers prefer fiction
20%
of writers prefer songs and movie
scripts
Creative Writing
Key Takeaways
• - Creative writing and
literature focus on crafting
universally relatable themes.
• - Literary works evoke
strong emotions and deep
thinking.
• - The power of literature
lies in its ability to resonate
universally and move
readers profoundly.