From cotton candy to ring toss games to Ferris wheels, there’s something for everyone at a summer carnival! At Writer’s Relief, we’ve noticed how some writing matches different types of carnival rides. Grab some funnel cake, place a coin on your favorite number, spin the wheel; then take our fun quiz to find out which carnival ride matches your writing style!
Writing Quiz: Which Carnival Ride Best Matches Your Writing Style?
What feelings do you hope to evoke from your reader?
- Surprise! And more surprise!
- Warmth and happiness
- The excitement of a journey
Which of these elements are usually found in your writing?
- Unexpected twists and turns
- A complete story arc
- Unique characters and settings
What motivates your characters?
- Discovery and survival
- Love and fulfillment
- Exploration and adventure
How do you want your readers to be engaged?
- My writing is a fast page-turner!
- My writing lifts you to new heights!
- My writing engages your imagination!
Which of these plot details might occur in your style of writing?
- Choices and the consequences
- Circles of friends, family, and loved ones
- Being surrounded by the unknown
Mostly 1: Your writing style is a Roller Coaster!
You live for the thrills! Just like a roller coaster, your writing brings surprises, twists, and maybe even a little fear to your reader. Your writing style matches the thriller and horror genres best. Your stories take your audience on a ride that will leave them gasping—and wanting more!
Mostly 2: Your writing style is a Ferris Wheel!
A Ferris wheel gently whisks you to the stars and then brings you back down to Earth, making this the ideal carnival ride for a date. Your writing style matches the romance genre! Like a Ferris wheel, you write about the ups and downs of finding love and romance. Your writing uplifts your readers—even if their relationships seem at a low point, they’ll be headed back up again soon!
Mostly 3: Your writing style is a Carousel!
Carousels are known for their fantastical creatures, from rainbow-hued horses to dragons, mermaids, and unicorns! Your work is imaginative and otherworldly, which makes your writing style perfect for the sci-fi and fantasy genres! Your readers will be transported to a world populated by the unexpected and the unforgettable.
Question: Tell us in the comment section which type of carnival ride matches your writing style!
Mostly carousel but strongly Ferris wheel. I love to write but honestly don’t have the foggiest on what to do. I’ve written a fantasy children’s
Book and was self published . At a very high cost to me. I sold some books and could have done better but I wasn’t thrilled about the editing which made it somewhat difficult to understand the characters. The books are in boxes. I have a sequel to the story but not sure how to get it published. I need a good editor to correct things correctly! Any advice?
Hi Linda,
You might find this article of interest: https://selfpublishingrelief.com/2017/03/how-to-find-a-freelance-editor-for-a-book-you-want-to-self-publish/
My writing style matches the roller coaster and would lend itself to the thriller genre. Unfortunately, most of my writing is non-fiction, and is based on my real life. I’m working on a memoir. Real terror, like all writing, is drawn from real life.
Roller coaster I guess.
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Carousels, not surprising as I am writing a space thriller In a galaxy, where magic and magical artifacts are currently outlawed, yet, magical orbs are needed from ensuring ships travel the space lanes, to making laser weapons work.