Writing Can Change The World, But That Doesn't Mean It Always Will

It is an undeniable fact that books, or any form of writing in general, can have a great impact on the world. They can open up a whole other perspective that the audience may have never previously considered. However, when writing, the sole purpose should not be to change the world; this is simply too great a task for some bound pages, or some words on a computer screen.

No matter how far away in this world, many of us are connected by the internet, as well as books, blogs, or any other forms of writing.

The primary focus of a novel, a blog, or any other form of writing, should not be to change the world; instead, it should be to relate to the audience. No matter how hard a topic is being tackled, the writing cannot be a dull, dry, statement of facts – that is what we call a textbook, and as students we all know how fun those are to read.

Right in the feels... Any student can all relate to this guy all too well.

The most influential series of books I have read in my lifetime is by far the Harry Potter series. The reader can take these books at face value: it’s about a wizard and his friends. Yet J.K. Rowling managed to make it about much more than just an entertaining saga about magic. She shows the effects that war can have on a society, the value of friendship, what it means to be courageous, as well as the fact being different is never a bad thing. On the surface, this is a book about magic, and a wizard and his friends. However, one can take so many lessons away from it.

The ultimate good vs. evil

 Writers can change the world for the better; as I have said, that is undeniable. Writings have a profound influence on our society and the people in it. Look at The Catcher in the Rye, or To Kill A Mockingbird. These both challenged the audience, as well as made them think in a way which many had not before.

Even the cookie monster seems to have questioned his own morals.

However, writing something with the purpose of changing the world will likely disappoint authors, and will most likely result in failure. As Kathy Mac has said on countless occasions, write for you. Keep your audience in mind, but no matter what it is you are writing, do not give it the responsibility of changing the world. If your writing is good enough, it just might do just that. Have faith in your writing, but most importantly, have fun with it! If you love what it is you're writing, readers will pick up on that and love it too. Only when the audience truly loves your writing will they question the issues you have undoubtedly raise, and before you know it, you'll be teaching people you don't even know!

"I just love your writing so much! And you also made me question something in my life! Way to take Maisie's advice!"