Tag: Writer’s Block
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Become a Better Writer with This Tip
I can’t take credit for this; I saw it in a PR Daily article, “The 7 traits of great writers.” But what I read was absolutely ingenious. Specifically, number two on the list: 2. You collect words. Great writers collect words with the intent of using them later. I keep a running list of my…
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Are You Being True to Your Writing?
As a writer, this is perhaps the MOST IMPORTANT question you need to ask yourself. A few weeks ago, I wrote a blog post entitled, “The Novel Dilemma: Story No Longer Relevant … Now What?” Many of you commented with empathetic remarks or great advice (thank you!). And now, I’m happy to report that I found the…
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The Novel Dilemma: Story No Longer Relevant … Now What?
What happens if you discover your novel-in-progress is no longer relevant? Do you let it go and start a new project, or re-work your story and characters? I ask because I’VE hit such a dilemma, and I’m turning to you for answers. I may be an experienced article-writer, journalist, and copywriter … but the world…
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Just F-ing Write, Already!
This is what my boyfriend recently yelled at me. And ever since, I’ve screamed those same words over and over into my head. To force myself to stop obsessing over everyone else who’s been (super) successful, and why I’m not there yet. We’re writers, right? So for the love of GOD—just do some dang writing…
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Inspire Yourself with these 6 Themes
I’ve been on a creative binge lately. And for the New Year, I want to help inspire you, too! I’ve been reading books and writing stories about some of the deepest, most profound themes I know. You know, those deep, dark ideas that give a story its umph. That inspire us to reconsider our own…
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I’m Tired of Writing
Do you ever feel that way? Wiped clean. Buzzed dry. Rolled flat. Yea, that’s me today. And I’m not afraid to say it. I’m a writer, who for once, is sick of writing. Gasp! I know, right? But here’s the thing. I do it all day for my job. I do it after work for…
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Weed Wackers & Writer’s Block: Spark Your Creative Juices!
I watched a man buzz down the street—literally—in my mom’s neighborhood the other day, a Weed Wacker engine slung haphazardly onto the back of his bike. This was one of those “only in America” moments. And people wonder why half the world wants to kill us. In all seriousness though, I realized something. This man wasn’t only…
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Dry on Creativity? This ‘Art’ Might Help
Don’t you just LOVE when you see an image that makes you want to grab the nearest pen and paper, and begin scribbling? Or when you hear “that song” on the radio in the car, and suddenly, you think of your next (New York Times bestselling) novel? Art inspires art. For me, it can be…
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Nature as Creativity Booster
Ever since I met Melissa Crytzer Fry, I’ve been AMAZED how she draws parallels between the tiniest details in nature and the writing process. Today, I’m happy to introduce Melissa to you–as the third (and final) writer/blogger in my networking project. Welcome to Rogue Writer, Melissa, and thanks for your guest blog (and photos) today! Nature…
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10 Reasons Every Writer Should Keep an Idea Box
How many times have I heard a (professional) writer tell me, “I really need an idea box?” Let me count the ways … What is an idea box? Simply put: it’s a box you keep close to your favorite writing spot (for me, on my desk) where you stash all those great ideas scribbled on…