2001: Ray Bradbury gives the keynote address with stories
about his life and love of writing in "Telling the Truth,"
at The Sixth Annual Writer's Symposium by the Sea.
Sponsored by Point Loma Nazarene University
The graciously generous and iconic writer Ray Bradbury offered his insight on when the Muse calls one to write.
Mr. Bradbury described it this way, "When I awaken from a very vivid dream, I get right out of bed; and before I do another thing, I sit down at my typewriter and record that dream. If, I wait for even a moment and put it off -- it's gone forever! Many of my best story ideas have come from my dreams."
And, like Ray Bradbury, much of my best writing has come from the ethereal realm of my own dreams.
I am eternally grateful to Mr. Bradbury for his inspiring words, incredibly gifted writing, and for the kinship I’ve felt in our like-minded writing methodology.
Looking forward to viewing this...and taking notes. Thanks for posting, K.
ReplyDeleteTake lots of notes, Karen. Mr. Bradbury is truly a master of the writing craft and so generous in his advice on it.
ReplyDeleteI love this blog. I never thought to use my dreams as inspiration for my stories. I will now. I just joined your blog and look forward to reading your posts. Have a wonderful day!
ReplyDeleteM.J.
Dear M.J. I'm glad that this post helped to inspire you, as Ray Bradbury has inspired me and still does.
ReplyDeleteThank you so very, very much for posting this. Bradbury is brilliant, and unbelievably humble. He is truly an inspiration. I was so captivated by him that I didn't even take notes, so I will watch again to do so on his generous advice. As well as for the pure joy of watching him.
ReplyDeleteYou're most welcome, Sonia. I believe, Ray Bradbury is a National Treasure! I'm so blessed that I have an opportunity to write to him.
ReplyDeleteI love Ray Bradbury! Your last post was on 2 of my daughter's birthday..they were both born June 22nd 5 years apart!
ReplyDeleteSo glad that you enjoyed my post, Doreen. What an amazing coincidence that your daughters were born on the same day. Keep writing!
ReplyDeleteRegards,
~ Jeff
Muses certainly do call. I love to wait a few days and blend my musing together to create the most unique combination possible. Festering ideas inspire depth for my stories.
ReplyDeleteBradbury was a genius, for sure.
Happy Writing! Janie
I quoted Ray Bradbury in one of my recent posts. A genius, a master!
ReplyDeleteYou have a great looking blog.
M.J. Macie
Thank you for your comments and your compliments on my blog, M.J! Mr Bradbury now has a personal letter from me that a friend presented to him on his last birthday. You can imagine how thrilled I am about that. Keep writing!
ReplyDelete~ Jeff
Thank you for your marvelous comments of that elusive Muse. She continually tugs on my cerebral sleeve, until I answer her, in writing, of course...
ReplyDeleteBradbury is still a genius and continues to honor us with new works of wonder, today.
Keep writing!
~ Jeff
Thanks for posting this video! I have Ray B.'s Zen in the Art of Writing on my shelf as the top most important inspiration on writing. His fire, his contagious boyish wonder, and his relentless determination are amazing. And through this video, I found out that he's pretty funny, too! (Fire your friends, those who don't believe in you. Fire them tonight!)
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed, Ray Bradbury's excellent lecture, Claudine! There are many others to be found on YouTube, as well. As I'm sure you already know, Mr. Bradbury has had a huge influence and impact on my own writing. I am honored that he possesses a personal note from me, which was hand carried to him on his 90th birthday. Ray is truly one of the greatest writers in history!
ReplyDeleteWarmest regards,
Jeff
PS I've discovered your wonderful web site and am now following your posts there. Best wishes for continued success to you.