by Ian Smith Setting: A courtroom. Dimly lit. One defendant in the dock; not a person, but a Brain. Charge: Theft…not of money, but of life. BRAIN: (In the defendant’s stand, looking round and sneering at IAN SMITH, a man on the opposite side in the witness stand.) JUDGE: (whoContinue Reading
How great writers improve—do they really need to, or do they just have the talent to begin with? When you sit down to write and it’s just not working, do you secretly worry that maybe you just don’t have it? That natural-born genius that the great writers seem to have?Continue Reading
Oh, the dreaded inner critic. Every writer knows exactly what theirs sounds like. It’s the soundtrack to your life, impossible to miss. Your inner critic has the power to stop you in your tracks and hold you stuck for days, months, even years, blocking your creative flow and swirling youContinue Reading
Are you ignoring your mindset type? Imagine this: You walk into your neighborhood gym. Bright lights. Rows of machines. And then he appears—your personal trainer. His name is Chad. “All right,” he says. “Here’s your plan: Wake up at 5:00 a.m., work the treadmill for three miles, no excuses. Don’tContinue Reading
Most writers are looking for better sleep. Try these tips from Dr. Henderson to help rest your body and mind more often! by Dr. William Henderson Ever noticed how your best ideas often come at the least convenient times? Late at night, when the house is quiet, your mind suddenlyContinue Reading
As a writer, I’ve learned that having the right writing tools can make a huge difference in your productivity and creativity. In fact, I’d say if you’re not using at least some tools, you’re making it hard on yourself! This year, I’ve used five resources that simplified my process, madeContinue Reading
Many writers know that dreams and stories go together. Dream analyst Megan Mary helps people interpret their dreams, but she also uses dreamwork in her novels. Discover her tips for creative writing below! by Megan Mary From a young age, I’ve been captivated by dreams. As a child, I oftenContinue Reading
Have you ever thought of using sound to inspire writing? Find out more about this fun self-care activity below. by L. Everhart In an era dominated by screens and deadlines, writers are increasingly turning to unconventional methods to foster creativity and maintain mental well-being. Among these techniques, sound therapy isContinue Reading
Have you ever tried mind mapping to help you brainstorm writing ideas? Freelance writer Mia Barnes has some suggestions for how this technique can jumpstart your next writing project. by Mia Barnes One of the most challenging parts of a writing project is getting started. You have a story youContinue Reading
Could you use some sleeping tips? You already know that sleep is important to your health and wellness. (Read more about that in our “get your creative brain to sleep” post.) Sleep is critical to your writing life too. If you’re struggling to get enough, you may find yourself feelingContinue Reading
Mia Barnes helps us keep writing during the holidays! Writing during the holidays is often more challenging than writing at other times. You’re likely spending your free time traveling to see family or hosting them at home. Although visiting loved ones can be enjoyable, you may worry about falling behindContinue Reading
How’s your writing nook looking? Could it use a little sprucing up? After a long winter of writing work, you may have a few too many papers, post-it notes, files, notebooks, and other “stuff” cluttering up your space. As you look around, you may feel like what you’re seeing isn’tContinue Reading