Writing other stuff

You may not believe it's possible, but there are writers working on stuff that has no connection with games. There's a whole world out there that's filled with writers doing other stuff.

Last night I went to a meeting of York Writers and thoroughly enjoyed mixing with people writing in other fields. While I read books and connect with others online, it made a refreshing change to interact directly with writers who knew little or nothing about games. Sometimes I think that I focus too tightly on games and having the chance to listen to others read their work and then to comment on it supported that feeling.

Although I won't be able to read any of my game work (NDA issues) I may write a couple of short stories so that I'm able to contribute in the future. One thing I do enjoy about these kinds of meetings is the variety in both styles and ages of the writers. It's also much more laid back than the frantic deadlines I've been used to for so long. :)