As writers, we all have different styles in how we handle putting our ideas into words. Some only need a pen and paper, and they are good to go. On the other hand, some writers need to be comfortable, with a good cup of coffee and with classical music playing in the background before they can start writing.

If you are curious as to what type of writer you are, continue reading to find out.

The Classicist

These are the writers who follow the rules of grammar down to the T. They are most commonly known as the snobs in the writing community. Offering unsolicited criticism to the works of fellow writers because they were not up to their standards. Sometimes, these are also the grammar enthusiasts in the comment sections of different social media platforms. A simple mistake and you will be at the receiving end of a judgmental look- raised eyebrows as if asking a question they do not want an answer to.

This might be you if:

• You are easily irritated when someone does not follow *the rules of writing*

• You absolutely hate modern poetry like spoken poetry and freestyle poetry because they are "not real" poetry.

• You scoffed at fanfic writers.

• Your favorite sentence might be, "In this age, everyone can just write something, say it is poetry, and call it a day."

• You do not have a lot of writer friends because they are "inferior" to your writing skills.

The Free-Spirited

At the other end of the spectrum, we have free-spirited writers. They are the exact opposite of the classicists. They like to experiment with their writing styles and are also not afraid of combining completely different styles. They welcome everyone's ideas and are not stingy in giving compliments to other writers. This type usually finds it hard to get along with the classicists because they cannot tolerate their haughty attitude.

This might be you if:

• You like mixing a classic style with modern ones.

• You are not afraid to make a mistake because it gives you room to grow.

• You hate strict guidelines and prefer to do what works for you.

• You are friends with almost everyone in the writing community.

• Your appreciation is something that is given freely and genuinely.

The Invisible

Then there are the writers who hide so well, almost no one knew they write. They might hide themselves behind a pseudo name that no one knew about or their writing stash is carefully hidden from prying eyes. They hide for various reasons but the most common is that they are not yet ready to step out to the big bad world of writing where the snobs lurk around the corners.

You might be one if:

• You are hiding your works right now as you read this.

• You never volunteer for any writing competitions.

• You do not let your classmates read your essays back when you were attending school.

• Even your closest people only have a vague idea about your skill.

• You hate bringing attention to yourself so you just write and try to forget they exist. Maybe someone will find them after you finish writing your whole life.

The Concept Factory

These are the writers that never run out of ideas. They continuously write day and night as if the ticking clock will outrun them (like Hamilton!). They would have new ideas as they are writing their latest concept. Usually, these writers need a good editor before they publish their works because everyone knows they would not bother editing their pieces. They pour all their thoughts onto the paper and make it someone else's problem. They never rewrite what they have already written and if they are going to read their works, it would be a few years down the line since they were written.

You are a concept factory if:

• You have a notepad everywhere you go.

• You follow the creed of not proofreading what you wrote before publishing it.

• You write because of the ideas that keep popping in your mind and not because you want to produce best-selling books.

• You might be the source of all the writing prompts online.

• You have dozens of WIPs that keep multiplying every single day.

The Perfectionist

They are writers who revise their works for months on end. They are never satisfied and will never stop until their works are *perfect*. This type will look back at their older work with disgust and feel embarrassed of the mistakes they were not able to correct. They are very organized in their writing.

This might be you if:

• You make an outline for everything you write.

• You have multiple drafts and multiple versions of final edits.

• You are never contented with your work and always want to make it better.

• You want everything to be perfect before writing.

• You work at one idea at a time to ensure that the quality is up to your standard.

The Scatterbrain

These writers are the same as the concept factory writers with the glaring difference of being easily distracted. Concept factory writers can handle their ideas efficiently and can produce articles after articles. The scatterbrain writers, meanwhile, are easily distracted which normally leads their ideas to flow out of their heads. They are the ones who will think of a million-dollar idea, refused to write it down because they are sure they will not forget it then proceeds to forget about it.

You might be a scatterbrain if:

• Your writing area is full of unnecessary things.

• You do not carry a notepad nor do you write your ideas down anywhere.

• You only write when you feel the need to.

• You find to hard to finish one article because you are distracted in the middle of it and cannot remember what you wanted to say.

• You easily lose track of your thoughts and forget what you were going to write.

The Baby

These are the ones who are new to the writing community. They might be an invisible writer in the past who decided to make themselves known for some unnamed reason. They are usually the victims of the classicists' gift of giving unsolicited advice when they feel like it. Sometimes, they are not yet made of tougher material which discouraged them from trying to build their following because of some unneeded negativity in their space. Others though, ignore these remarks and just continue writing.

You might be one if:

• You are just starting in sharing your writing.

• You are still finding your own writing style.

• You have yet to form connections with anyone in the writing community.

• You are still unsure of what your end goal is.

• You just want to have fun and to get to know more writers.

The Master

They are the writers who have been writing forever. Their techniques are meticulous and you cannot help but be pulled in when you read any of their works. The emotions they convey touch you deeply, and when they argue, you agree with their points wholeheartedly. These are the ones who have learned and mastered different writing techniques and who can bend the rules to fit their needs. They are not shy to advise people who are asking for it but they never bring down someone who is obviously proud of their works by giving unsolicited criticism. They let everyone grow at their own pace but also never try to discredit themselves by humble bragging their accomplishments. They know that they are where they are today because of their dedication and confidence in their skills.

You are a master if:

• You have mastered different writing techniques.

• You can write various things with your eyes closed.

• You know the rules so well that you can break them effectively.

• You know how to enchant your readers into reading what you wrote.

• You are at the level where you are satisfied with your skills.

Well friends that's it. These are the 8 types of writers that I can think of. You can be two types at once or a hybrid of multiple types. We are different after all and we can't just be confined to one type.

As for me, I think I am both free-spirited and baby. I like writing for the sake of it and was never really worried about the rules or anything. The only time I proofread what I write is when it is a research paper or if it is an essay that will decide where I go in the future.

What about you guys? Do you know what type of writer are you? Do you have any other types in mind?