Career questions tagged poetry
What should I do? Medicine or art/literature?
I'm currently a 12th grader and have always been inclined towards art. I love to write (have been published), read novels, draw and paint, photography and a number of other things. I also love biology. It has always fascinated me and I therefore decided to become a doctor. The decision, frankly, was not really well-thought. It was just driven by my love for this subject. Now that things are getting more real (we have an entrance exam here in my country after 12th grade for getting into med school), I really don't know what to do. You pretty much lose your 20s to actually earn while being a doctor. And I've heard it can take reaching your 40s to earn very well - after a life sacrificed to constant stress. It might sound silly or stupid - but I've always wanted to accomplish something big while being young. I want to write, I want to publish, I want to share what I have with the world. But then again, being solely a writer/poet gets you close to nothing and I won't be able to sustain myself, much less a future family. What do I do? Will I actually be able to manage this alongside med school? It seems like such a long shot to be honest, I'm so scared med school will suck all my ambitions from me and I'll turn into some stressed doctor, live a stressful life, and then wither away and die - and live like everybody else, with nothing save for being a doctor to my name. So in short, I'd love to be a doctor but I'm unsure if I'm willing to sacrifice my youth over it. I also want to pursue a career in writing, but it is not feasible and if I don't make it big, it'll be worse than just 'wasting my 20s'. PS. I'm not from the US. I selected my country (India) while registering but I'm not sure why it says that below my post.
How should I decide on an MFA program for Writing?
I see a lot of programs and I'm overwhelmed by which factors I should consider. Preferably, I would like a high-residency program that wouldn't require me to go into debt or expects me to pay too much out of pocket. My strongest medium is poetry, but I also like to write in prose.
Where can I find feedback on my poetry and other forms of creative writing?
I would like to get feedback on my writing in order to improve it. Especially for when I want submit pieces to literary magazines. I want to know if there are online communities I should join or websites I should look into. Ideally I would like to get feedback for free, but maybe could work out a small budget.
How do you choose which path to take after finishing your B.A.?
I'm currently in my senior year of a Bachelor's degree in Performing Arts (creative writing minor). I've always wanted to do lots of different jobs and I'm still not sure about what I want to do after graduating! I'm thinking of becoming a writer (screenwriter, poet, songwriter). Maybe I should pursue my studies with a Master's degree but to be honest, I'm getting bored of theoretical courses. I'm still young for my grade (19) and I find it stressful to make decisions that will affect my future. I'm afraid I'll regret them later.
How should I find a career for me?
I'm a recent college graduate with a Math degree and certificates in Art History and German. I have a lot of interests, but I'm mainly focused on the arts. I'd like to do something to help the environment through music, writing, art, religion, etc.
Where can I find good poetry scholarships?
Im just looking for scholarships that ask for poems rather than essays.
Who is your favorite author?
I would love to become a published writer or a veterinarian. #animals #writing #veterinarian #veterinary-medicine #poetry #writer #creative#creater#criticalthinking#author
When you are interested in being an entrepreneur of several businesses, how do you know which one to focus on first?s
I am interested in art (which includes different forms of art), science, real estate, managing, finances, teaching, and etc. My head is just usually all over the place 24/7. #entrepreneur #business #art #music #poetry #dedicated #technology #social
How do I, a young writer, pitch my book to publishers?
I am a writer and I would like to pitch my book of poetry to publishers. Which publishers are most open to publishing new, young writers? #creative-writing #poetry #publishing
What kinds of careers are options for people good at poetry? What degree should I pursue?
Hai I am Vanaja. I am interested in and very good in Poetry. I am from India . Do we have any degree supporting Poetry? Pls let me know the Courses, Scope of Poetry and the Job Opportunities? #professor #literature #poetry
How will I recieve scholarships for Poetry?
I have a special passion and I want to pursue a career as a poet and a rapper #creative-writing #poetry
What type of classes should i take in college to become a sucessful writer?
I am a high school junior. I have always loved to read, and i love to write poetry. I want to write fiction or fantasy novels when i get older. I just want to know what steps should i do now before i finish highschool to prepare for the classes i should take in college. #writing #reading #fiction #poetry #fantasy