The Un-Schedule for Writers

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You know, I’ve always been a stubborn kinda gal. (They used to tell me I came out of the womb, fighting.) And because of my stubbornness, I tend to get crazy with To-Do Lists–as in, I can write them, but not stick to them . . . → Read More: The Un-Schedule for Writers

Inspiration for Writers from You-Tube

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Writing can feel lonely at times. Although my characters keep me company, sometimes I just want to talk to another person who’s in this crazy profession. When I can’t get together with writer friends, I do the next best thing–I go visit the best writers on the planet, via You-Tube.

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How to Get Motivated to Write

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Okay, so let’s talk about motivation. What can get you back into writing your book when you “just don’t feel like it?” This question plagues seasoned and new writers alike, so don’t feel that you’re alone here. Here’s what helps me in these situations.

1- Clear the decks. Your mind . . . → Read More: How to Get Motivated to Write

Writers Need to Read

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I have to say, on the subject of writers reading, that I wholeheartedly agree with what Stephen King says: “If you don’t have time to read, you don’t have the time (or the tools) to write. Simple as that.” (from Stephen King On Writing) . . . → Read More: Writers Need to Read

Pantser, Plotter, or In-Between?

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Did you know it’s okay NOT to plot? And it’s also okay if you’re not a free-spirited Pantser (one who writes by the seat of their pants). Most of us fall somewhere in between the two opposite camps.

The only planning I do for my books is to know the . . . → Read More: Pantser, Plotter, or In-Between?