how does reading increase your creativity

How Does Reading Increase Your Creativity

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how does reading increase your creativity
how does reading increase your creativity
how does reading increase your creativity
how does reading increase your creativity

Olivia Chan
Academic Director,
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King’s College,
Cambridge University (Mathematical Sciences/Applied Mathematics, PhD)

Edward Chong
Head of Math & The Sciences,
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National University of Singapore,
(Master of Science in Biomedical Informatics)

Stephanie Lim
Head of Languages & The Humanities, Tuition In Singapore
Nanyang Technological University-National Institute of Education

Ng Tian Yi
Director of Administration,
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Singapore Management University, Master of Business Administration

HOW DOES READING INCREASE YOUR CREATIVITY

Reading books can improve creative thinking skills for several reasons:

  1. EXPOSURE TO DIVERSE IDEAS. Books introduce readers to different perspectives, cultures, and concepts, which can inspire new ways of thinking and problem-solving
  2. ENHANCED IMAGINATION. Engaging with fictional narratives encourages readers to visualize scenarios, characters, and settings, fostering imaginative thinking
  3. DEVELOPMENT OF CRITICAL THINKING. Analyzing plots, themes, and character motivations promotes critical thinking, allowing readers to make connections and draw conclusions
  4. VOCABULARY AND LANGUAGE SKILLS. Reading enriches vocabulary and language comprehension, enabling individuals to express their ideas more effectively and creatively
  5. MENTAL STIMULATION. The cognitive engagement required in reading stimulates brain function, which can enhance overall cognitive flexibility and creativity
  6. REFLECTION AND INSIGHT. Books often provoke thought and reflection, encouraging readers to consider their own beliefs and experiences in new contexts

Regular reading can significantly contribute to the development of creative thinking skills by broadening knowledge, enhancing imagination, and fostering critical analysis.

Depending on which books and how you read them, reading does improve creative thinking skills.

You should choose books that excite your imagination.As you read, build alternative scenarios.

If you ask “why”’ and “how” and “what if” as the story unfolds, then reading – or even watching TV – will certainly improve your creative thinking.

Artists, writers, and students should read because it enriches their creative process and broadens their perspectives.

Reading exposes us to different ideas, cultures, and histories, fueling our imagination with new concepts and stories that can inspire our work

It deepens our understanding of human emotions, societal issues, and philosophical questions, which we can then translate into more meaningful and impactful art and compositions.

Additionally, reading helps us develop our critical thinking skills, allowing us to analyze and interpret the world in unique ways.

This intellectual engagement can lead to more nuanced and sophisticated artwork.

Additionally, literature often explores themes of beauty, conflict, and the human condition, which are directly relevant to the themes that we explore in our creative work.

In essence, reading nurtures our minds, providing a wellspring of knowledge and insight that can be transformed into visual, auditory, or tactile expressions.

So next time you’re in a bit of a creative rut – or even if you’re not – grab that book you’ve had sitting on your shelf collecting dust…and open yourself up to a world of creativity.

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO READ CREATIVELY AND CRITICALLY?

When we read fiction, we don’t often think about the mechanics behind the story.

We don’t analyze the structure of a novel’s plot or the development of its characters, nor do we often meditate on the effectiveness of the author’s prose.

We simply read for our own enjoyment, or for the expansion of our minds.

To read critically and creatively, however, is to do everything that most readers do not.

It’s to place ourselves in the shoes of a book reviewer or a critic and dive deep into what did or did not make a particular story tick.

Where most readers would simply say that a novel’s ending fell flat, a critic would nail down exactly where the author went wrong.

Because of this, there’s incredible power in reading with a critical eye.

Reading indeed is an essential skill for any writer.

If we consider a passage to be particularly beautiful, we can analyze the language the author used to bring those words to life.

Then, with our newfound knowledge, we can work to actively improve the quality of our own writing.

But how do we go about reading critically?

Whether or not we’re actively reading with a critical eye, we’re always learning from the stories we consume.

The more we read, the more we learn, even subconsciously, about the tenets of good writing and strong storytelling.

That’s how a writer knows to build their plot to an epic climax even if they’ve never actively studied story structure.

Therefore, it makes sense that if we learn so much about writing simply by reading for our own enjoyment, we can learn even more by actively breaking down the stories we read.

There is no right or wrong way to go about doing this.

Some writers prefer to analyze every book they read, even going so far as to write lengthy book reviews to publish online.

Others would rather draw a line between reading for enjoyment and reading to actively improve their work, instead only picking up a book to read critically when they’re ready to improve in a specific area.

For example, if you’re not sure how to write an effective fight scene, you may wish to pick up some of the more popular books in your genre – say, spy thrillers or science fiction – to take a look at the common factors that make their fight scenes work.

Remember that you can analyze both a book’s storytelling and prose, as well.

Understanding the choices an author made to craft such lyrical language can prove just as insightful as thinking critically about the way their chosen motifs deepened the story’s world-building — or any other elements that strike your fancy.

And finally, don’t discredit the power of learning what not to do.

Reading some of romance’s best meet-cutes can certainly be instructive, but so can reading some of the most cringe-worthy and clichéd.

Knowing the power of critical reading is one thing, but making a practice out of analyzing the stories you read can prove a bit more difficult.

If you’re unsure of how to get started or feel that your attempts at reading critically have proven ineffective in the past, here are a few helpful tips to help you on your way:

  1. SET ASIDE TIME FOR CRITICAL THINKING

Just as critical reading demands that you actively analyze a story or passage, building a critical reading practice is an intentional choice. You must set aside time for reading if you want to be a writer. It’s the bread and butter of our work. If we don’t read, how can we ever write books worthy of being read?

Chances are that you have more time to read, and read critically, than you’d think. These tips for maximizing your writing time can prove just as helpful in your efforts to make time to read.

  1. BE OPEN-MINDED

There’s little point in critical reading if you’re unwilling to challenge your work. As writers, constructive criticism is essential to our success, including that which comes from ourselves. The more objective we are about the weaknesses in our skills and stories, the easier it will be to improve in those areas.

So the next time you start working on your manuscript or essay, take a look at the areas that could use some revision. You’re as good a writer as you work to be, and that process begins with accepting where your work falls short.

  1. KNOW THE TYPE OF WRITER YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE

There are all sorts of well-written stories in this world, but the techniques used in one may not work so well for your own. That’s why, when it comes to critical reading, it’s better to know exactly the type of work you’d like to produce. Otherwise, it’s all too easy to find yourself in a constant push-and-pull between opposing styles. 

  1. DEVELOP YOUR OWN UNIQUE WAY OF READING CRITICALLY

There is no right or wrong way to go about reading critically. If one particular approach doesn’t work out, don’t give up on critical reading altogether.

If a novel proves too engaging to analyze as you read, analyze its key elements in retrospect instead or return to a few particularly well-written passages to actively consider what made them so engaging. Take notes as you read or keep the work mental. Read critically throughout your writing process or limit it to breaks between drafts.

Just like any other part of the writing process, there will be critical reading methods that work well for you and ones that don’t. Focus on pursuing any fruitful avenues you explore, and you’ll be well on your way to successful critical reading in no time.

QUESTIONS TO GUIDE YOU WHEN YOU READ CRITICALLY

Here are a few questions you may wish to ask as you analyze a story, as broken down by particular elements of how stories are written:

  1. CHARACTERS

Did the protagonist play an active role in the story or did events simply happen to them?

What motivations drove the story’s main characters forward?

Did these characters feel real and believable, or were they more like caricatures of real people?

Did I care about these characters? Why or why not?

What role did each character serve in the story? Did they all serve a purpose?

How did the story’s events challenge its characters? How did the characters develop as a result?

  1. PLOT

What drove the action in this story? Was there a clear catalyst and momentum?

Which scenes were the most engaging in this story? Which were the least?

Did the author’s opening chapters hook me into the story? Why or why not?

Were the characters’ actions throughout this story believable or did certain situations feel contrived?

Did this story feature any side plots? If so, how did they lend or detract from the story as a whole?

Did this story feature a clear and effective climax or was its momentum ultimately disappointing?

  1. SETTING

Did I have a clear understanding of where each scene took place?

How did the author use the five senses to build a vivid image of each scene?

Did the author info-dump setting descriptions or were they worked into the narrative?

How did the locations help set a mood for each scene?

Did the locations serve a purpose or were they merely backdrops for the scenes at hand?

  1. STORY ELEMENTS

What type of reader was this story best suited for?

Was the content consistently appropriate for the story’s ideal reader?

Did the novel have a clear and consistent tone?

What themes were discussed throughout this story? Were they handled well?

Was the dialogue in this story believable? Did each character have a distinctive voice?

Was there enough at stake in this story to keep me engaged?

Did this story feature original world-building or did it feel too derivative of other works?

  1. PROSE

Did the author use point-of-view and tense consistently throughout the story?

How could the author’s style be best described? Was it an effective choice for this story?

Were there any passages that felt long-winded, ill-conceived, or confusing? If so, why?

Did the author rely too heavily on any particular words, phrases, or clichés?

What about the author’s style did or did not engage me as a reader?

Which particular lines or passages caught my eye? Why did I find them so enjoyable or effective?

These are certainly a lot of questions to consider, and you don’t need to mull over all of them for critical reading to prove effective. Make sure to consider the specific areas in which you’d like to improve your work, and focus on considering the questions that apply to that particular area, as well as any questions you devise on your own.

If you feel you need to improve in all or most of these areas, try to pick just one or two to explore at a time.

It’s all too easy to be overwhelmed by the gap between where you are and where you’d like to be, but the surest way to get there is one step at a time. Take it slow and work with intention, and you’ll see your writing improve very soon.

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