#NovelsCanTeach

When experts have information to impart, they automatically think of publishing in nonfiction format. There is a great market for nonfiction, certainly, but, but....if you possess creative writing skills, don't discount the value of educating in a story.


I just finished reading LEFT neglected by Lisa Genova, a PHD in neuroscience from Harvard University. Who would have guessed that such an academic person could be such a good writer of fiction? The story captivated me and educated me at the same time - perhaps with even greater impact than a nonfiction book would have done.


Would I have picked up a factual book about Left Neglect? Not likely. The handicap does not affect me personally so the subject is not on my list of things that I need to research and learn more about. Now that I do know about Left Neglect, though, I am more observant about people who struggle to walk. Not that I would approach such people, but I can keep an eye on them from a distance in case they need assistance. You never know. Lisa Genova likely reached a much greater audience than she would have done with a nonfiction book.


So, if you are writing about an issue that the general public will benefit from, and you are good at creative writing, think about telling us in a story. You will touch us in our hearts and we will be more aware of the topic. We may learn even more by having our emotions touched than by having our intellect challenged.


Fiction books on important topics also have increased commercial value. Something to think about....


Denise




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