: Re: Should I follow my instinct or public demand when writing a story? What would you do if you faced the same dilemma Sir Arthur Conan Doyle faced when he actually wanted to end "Sherlock Holmes"

@Mendez196

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Allow me to provide a wholly practical opinion on the matter.

At any point in your writting, what's more important to you? The money, or your pride? There's nothing wrong with either. You certainly need to pay the bills, but it would be nice to be honored for a marvelous creation. (Obviously, it would be nice to do both... but that would kinda negate the purpose for asking your question).

Therefore, if paying the bills is more important than your pride, you write for public demand.

If you want to (e.g.) write for an award (Pulitzer Prize, maybe?) then you need to write for your pride.

IMHO, writers often need to do a little of both. It's like actors/actresses contracting for both indie films and summer blockbusters. The former often showcases their full talents, but are usually only seen by people who attend the Sundance Film Festival. The later pays the bills, but rarely showcases full talent.

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