Surely there was a time when you said, “I love writing!” Most people feel that way when they start writing. But after years in the writing business, it’s possible for that feeling to fade. If that’s happened to you, it’s natural for you to feel nervous. You may wonder ifContinue Reading
No matter where you are in your writing career, you’re going to face obstacles to your creative fulfillment. And you’re going to have to overcome those obstacles—often, repeatedly. I’m excited to share a conversation I recently had with author and podcast host Elena Paige about these obstacles and how toContinue Reading
Editor Ekta Garg has been editing novels and stories for years, and during that time, she’s noticed some common mistakes writers make. She shares those here to give you a leg up when submitting to contests and publishers. by editor Ekta Garg The first mistake writers make is easily thatContinue Reading
As a writer, you’ve likely had one of those “my story is stupid” moments. Maybe more than one. Most of the time, we can get past it by stepping away for a little while, then going back to fix whatever may not be working. But other times, we can getContinue Reading
Any writing problems that you’re experiencing right now could be caused by writer’s anxiety. Don’t think so? Before you dismiss it out of hand, answer the questions below. What is Writer’s Anxiety? Writer’s anxiety is described as having feelings of tension, worried thoughts, and physical symptoms like increased blood pressureContinue Reading
When you started out as a writer, you had a strong love of writing. You loved putting words together, stringing together plotlines, visiting exotic settings, and spending time with your characters. But then somewhere along the way, something happened. Your love of writing started to subside. The stars disappeared fromContinue Reading
Life is difficult in our world right now. We’re dealing with a global pandemic. Businesses are struggling to stay afloat. Parents are juggling work with homeschooling. And many of us are stuck at home more than we’d like to be. Amidst it all, we have the opportunity to write. TheContinue Reading
by Leah Roper In the world of creativity, nothing is worse than hitting that dreaded wall. You know the one I mean…bloc de l’auteur. Though that’s only one way of saying it. You may be more familiar with other descriptions for writer’s block—burnout, work paralysis, brain strike, or creative constipation.Continue Reading
We writers rely on our emotions. They propel our stories. They help us empathize with our characters. They pave the way to story themes. Our emotions keep us dreaming big. They provide the rich tapestry from which our creativity emerges. Without emotion, a writer is no more than a wordsmith.Continue Reading
During tough times, it can be hard to stay motivated to write. All the bad news can drag you down, and if your routine’s been upended, it can be difficult to find or maintain any sort of writing rhythm. You don’t feel like writing, even when you have the time.Continue Reading
How do you keep writing when other family members are home, potentially interrupting you? It takes a lot of discipline to maintain a regular writing routine. Yet most writers manage it. We have to. In the end, it’s the only way to get the words on the page. Sometimes, however,Continue Reading
Feeling anxious these days? We’re living in anxiety-inducing times, so if you’re also experiencing a few more sleepless nights than usual, don’t worry—you’re not alone. It can be challenging, though, to get your thoughts to turn peaceful again. The next time you’re experiencing a sleepless night, or anytime you’re feelingContinue Reading