What is the work like?
Writers produce works of fiction and non-fiction. They may work on:
novels
short stories
poetry
scripts for radio, TV, film or theatre
non-fiction books
newspaper and magazine articles, from news and features to opinion pieces and criticism website content
A writer may specialise in one field or work across several formats. Depending on the area in which they work, a writer's job may involve:
developing subject ideas, drawing on personal interest and topical issues
researching material by using the internet, personal interviews and other methods writing and rewriting material, often many times, to achieve the desired effects
submitting commissioned material in the style required and to deadline
receiving feedback and criticism, and revising work as a result
researching the potential market for their writing, and pursuing publishing opportunities.