I have heard many refer to writing as a craft. I personally find the term abhorrent. Writing a craft? Sure, like dancing. No, I beg to differ - the only crafting in the writing process happens during revision when writers stop being writers and instead become artificers.
For the simple reason that writing is raw creation while revising is strained crafting. Revision is a filtering process - a sifting to locate and remove perceived impurities. To revise is to clarify, rectify, and purify. Vital, yes - but how can it possibly compare to the sincerity inherent in creation?
I have heard many refer to writing as a craft. I personally find the term abhorrent. Writing a craft? Sure, like dancing. No, I beg to differ - the only crafting in the writing process happens during revision when writers stop being writers and instead become artificers.
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