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A '''writer''' is anyone who [[creates]] a written [[work]], though the [[word]] usually designates those who write creatively or [[professionally]], as well as those who have written in many different forms.

A '''writer''' is anyone who [[creates]] a written [[work]], though the [[word]] usually designates those who write creatively or [[professionally]], as well as those who have written in many different forms.

==Profession==

==Profession==

The [[word]] is almost synonymous with [[author]], though somebody who writes, for example, a laundry list, could technically be called the writer of the list, but not an author. Skilled writers are able to use [[language]] to portray [[ideas]] and images, whether [[fiction]] or non-fiction.

The [[word]] is almost synonymous with [[author]], though somebody who writes, for example, a laundry list, could technically be called the writer of the list, but not an author. Skilled writers are able to use [[language]] to portray [[ideas]] and images, whether [[fiction]] or non-fiction.

Writers' output frequently contributes to the [[cultural]] [[content]] of a [[society]], and that society may [[value]] its writerly [[corpus]] – or [[literature]] – as an [[art]] much like the [[visual arts]] (see: [[painting]], [[sculpture]], [[photography]]), music, craft and [[performance]] art (see: [[drama]], [[theatre]], [[opera]]).

Writers' output frequently contributes to the [[cultural]] [[content]] of a [[society]], and that society may [[value]] its writerly [[corpus]] – or [[literature]] – as an [[art]] much like the [[visual arts]] (see: [[painting]], [[sculpture]], [[photography]]), music, craft and [[performance]] art (see: [[drama]], [[theatre]], [[opera]]).

In Colonial England, a "Writer" was the lowest grade in the civil services abroad. With [[respect]] to [[society]], little has changed in this regard. The East India Company requirements for a "Writer" was a basic knowledge of accounts and youth. Applicants had to sign a bond and obtain a nomination.[1] In the British [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Royal_Navy Royal Navy], writer is the trade designation for an administrative clerk.

In Colonial England, a "Writer" was the lowest grade in the civil services abroad. With [[respect]] to [[society]], little has changed in this regard. The East India Company requirements for a "Writer" was a basic knowledge of accounts and youth. Applicants had to sign a bond and obtain a nomination.[1] In the British [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Royal_Navy Royal Navy], writer is the trade designation for an administrative clerk.

==Internet writers==

==Internet writers==

The popularity of the [[Internet]] opened the door of [[opportunity]] to many established and aspiring writers alike. The new [[medium]] created concerns over writing [[quality]] in the Internet age. Writers’ advocates believe the Internet has led to a lower level of writing [[standards]].[2] While new modes of [[communication]] through the Internet are constantly [[Progress|advancing]] and [[changing]], the issue of writing quality questions the very definition of writing in the Internet age.

The popularity of the [[Internet]] opened the door of [[opportunity]] to many established and aspiring writers alike. The new [[medium]] created concerns over writing [[quality]] in the Internet age. Writers’ advocates believe the Internet has led to a lower level of writing [[standards]].[2] While new modes of [[communication]] through the Internet are constantly [[Progress|advancing]] and [[changing]], the issue of writing quality questions the very definition of writing in the Internet age.

Whether writers are [[devoted]] to the craft or not, they are expected to be able to write well both offline as well as online, or at least recognize the [[difference]] between the two.[3] When writing for [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Www the Web], it is the [[content]] that matters. Writing for the Web is very different from writing for [[print]]. Print today remains superior to the Web when it comes to visible space, image and type [[quality]], and speed.[4] Web visitors are quickly scrolling through sites seeking specific [[information]] and will not always take the time to read every [[word]]. Traditional writing [[techniques]] and [[standards]] are less of a priority, as multiple headings, bullets and lists are needed to aid scanning readers. Although reputable writers compose much of this writing, the quality can appear less than [[professional]]. Also, with the increase of tech people working as a website content writer, the rules of [[grammar]] need to be put into [[effect]].[5]

Whether writers are [[devoted]] to the craft or not, they are expected to be able to write well both offline as well as online, or at least recognize the [[difference]] between the two.[3] When writing for [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Www the Web], it is the [[content]] that matters. Writing for the Web is very different from writing for [[print]]. Print today remains superior to the Web when it comes to visible space, image and type [[quality]], and speed.[4] Web visitors are quickly scrolling through sites seeking specific [[information]] and will not always take the time to read every [[word]]. Traditional writing [[techniques]] and [[standards]] are less of a priority, as multiple headings, bullets and lists are needed to aid scanning readers. Although reputable writers compose much of this writing, the quality can appear less than [[professional]]. Also, with the increase of tech people working as a website content writer, the rules of [[grammar]] need to be put into [[effect]].[5]

Writers not writing for a living often find enjoyment and small payouts from Web sites seeking [[material]] to raise their sites higher in the search engine rankings. Although this is a legitimate [[practice]], the writing being published on the Web can often be less than professional. This lack of professionalism distorts the line between qualified and amateur writers. Writing standards are often not the highest priority as Web sites seek to drive traffic to gain advertising exposure. It seems as if readers are not as concerned about the writing quality, as long as they find a relevant account on a particular [[topic]].[6]

Writers not writing for a living often find enjoyment and small payouts from Web sites seeking [[material]] to raise their sites higher in the search engine rankings. Although this is a legitimate [[practice]], the writing being published on the Web can often be less than professional. This lack of professionalism distorts the line between qualified and amateur writers. Writing standards are often not the highest priority as Web sites seek to drive traffic to gain advertising exposure. It seems as if readers are not as concerned about the writing quality, as long as they find a relevant account on a particular [[topic]].[6]

# Bly, Robert W. “Weaving your web.” Writer’s Digest 2005 Aug.: 22.

# Bly, Robert W. “Weaving your web.” Writer’s Digest 2005 Aug.: 22.

# Wonnacott, Laura. “Site Savvy: When writing content for a Web site, make sure to tailor your efforts to the media.” InfoWorld 2000 July 3: 48.

# Wonnacott, Laura. “Site Savvy: When writing content for a Web site, make sure to tailor your efforts to the media.” InfoWorld 2000 July 3: 48.

# Friedman, Jon (2008-04-16). [http://www.marketwatch.com/news/story/wired-brings-style-web-journalists/story.aspx?guid=%7B98D0C925%2D82B8%2D4E1A%2DB742%2D900DDB99DCBD%7D ""Wired plots a new style for Web journalists""].  

# Friedman, Jon (2008-04-16). [https://www.marketwatch.com/news/story/wired-brings-style-web-journalists/story.aspx?guid=%7B98D0C925%2D82B8%2D4E1A%2DB742%2D900DDB99DCBD%7D ""Wired plots a new style for Web journalists""].  

# [http://www.cnn.com/2008/LIVING/worklife/04/07/paid.writing.ap/index.html ""Internet blurs line between amateur and pro writers""]. Associated Press. 2008-04-07.

# [https://www.cnn.com/2008/LIVING/worklife/04/07/paid.writing.ap/index.html ""Internet blurs line between amateur and pro writers""]. Associated Press. 2008-04-07.

==External links==

==External links==

* [http://www.inknit.com/ Social site for writers and publishers only]

* [https://www.inknit.com/ Social site for writers and publishers only]

* [http://wjforum.ning.com/ Forum and social network for writers and journalists]

* [https://wjforum.ning.com/ Forum and social network for writers and journalists]

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