Question

Why do authors write? Share your thoughts!

Select an answer

A.
To share information


B.
To tell a story


C.
To convince people


D.
To express feelings

Answer 1

All of the above — A, B, C, and D.

- To share information: nonfiction, journalism, how-to guides.
- To tell a story: fiction, novels, short stories, narrative nonfiction.
- To convince people: opinion pieces, essays, persuasive writing, advertising.
- To express feelings: poetry, personal essays, memoirs.

Many authors mix these purposes in one work.