By the Seat of Your Pants: Secrets of Discovery Writing

by KimBoo York

By the Seat of Your Secrets of Discovery Writing delves into the uncharted waters of a writing technique often shrouded in mystery and skepticism.

Written by a seasoned author who’s embraced the art of discovery writing (writing without a predefined outline), it offers a fresh perspective on a method that many conventional schools of thought tend to overlook or outright dismiss. This book challenges the norm, encouraging writers to explore the untapped potential of discovery writing.

At its core, By the Seat of Your Pants is a celebration of storytelling in its most organic form. It demystifies the concept of discovery writing, illustrating how some of the most engaging and captivating narratives are born from spontaneity and intuition, and offers guidance to those looking to explore discovery writing techniques. More than just a craft guide, it’s an affirmation for every writer who has ever felt constrained by the rigid frameworks of traditional writing methods.

Moreover, this book is a call to the writing community to broaden its perspective on what constitutes ‘real’ writing. It challenges the stigma often associated with non-traditional writing methods, particularly discovery writing, and advocates for a more inclusive understanding of different creative processes. KimBoo’s life-long experiences with fanfiction, genre writing, and her persistent use of discovery writing are highlighted as examples of the diverse and rich tapestry of the literary world.

Genres: Writing

125 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 25, 2024

About the author

KimBoo York is a GenX elder-goth whose main life purpose is to provide a good life for her rescue mutt, Keely-Boo, who is perfect and beyond reproach in every way. She is also a librarian, former project manager, and a professional author who wears too many hats and crosses too many genres including romance, fantasy, and non-fiction. She lives on coffee and hope.

Reviews

[Kayla James · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some typos and swearing. She misnamed Brandon E Sanderson and didn’t put Steven James as a pantser resource.
Yet, she nailed the pantser lifestyle and I learned so much. I think I am a recursivist or puzzle master.
I heard her on a podcast and was so happy my library had this book.

[Kirsten · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have never felt so seen!