One of the most difficult things for us to do as writers is get into a state of creative flow. Yet, it’s also one of the most important things we can do. Without a state of flow, it is hard to make meaningful progress in our writing. We constantly have to deal with fits and … Read more
Yesterday, we looked at ten habits that make writing harder. The list was pretty depressing because most people have most of those habits in their life. It’s not all bad news, though. You can implement better habits into your life that make writing a lot easier. Writing doesn’t exist in a vacuum. It exists alongside … Read more
Writing is hard enough already. We are constantly fighting against deadlines, self-confidence issues, the need to market versus being productive, distractions, and so much more. But sometimes we make it even harder by sabotaging our own success. These ten bad habits make writing harder: Drinking too much caffeine. Staying up too late. Not being rested. … Read more
As writers, we have lots of project-based items to think about. These are big items that can take weeks or months to complete. This can include things like building a website, writing a book, creating a course, building an author platform, or starting a podcast. That is why it’s easy to get paralyzed by all … Read more
Think back to your high school years. Like most of us, you probably knew a kid in high school who was supremely gifted. His or her natural talent was head and shoulders above the rest. They might have even been voted “most likely to succeed” or “most talented.” Everyone fawned over their natural talent. Everyone … Read more
One of the most interesting characters in literature is the unreliable narrator. This character might be delusional, a liar, or is simply prone to exaggeration. Or, they might not have a firm grasp on reality because of their personality or mental state. The unreliable narrator is so effective as a storytelling device because you don’t … Read more
There is something quite magical about a book. Of course, you already know that since you’re a writer. You’re already committed to the art and craft of writing books. But it’s interesting that so many writers don’t make a lot of time to read. We love books and are committed to creating them… but we … Read more
If you’ve been listening to my podcast for a while, then Jennifer Harshman is no stranger to you. She has been a guest a few times before, and each time she’s shared lots of wisdom about productivity and writing. Jennifer is the owner of Harshman Services, an agency that provides editing and other services to … Read more
Writers and artists seem to be prone to discouragement. How many stories have you heard about writers who are addicted to alcohol, battling personal demons, or even take their own life? It’s not easy to be a writer. We spend our lives putting our stories, thoughts, and emotions out there… and sometimes it feels like … Read more
If you do any research on the amount of people who start writing a book but never finish it, it can get a little depressing. I’ve seen stats range from 80% to 97%. Any way you slice it, the vast majority of people who start writing a book don’t actually finish it, much less publish … Read more