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Hi, I’m Jack, I help aspiring writerse go from blank page to finished book

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How to Become a Writer While Working Full-Time (Beginner-Friendly Guide)

Ever wondered how to become a writer while working full-time? Balancing your passion for writing with your job, family, and hobbies can feel impossible and for many it’s a myth they can’t seem to defeat. I was one of those. But back in 2022, I grew tired and decided to just give it a try.…
How To Stay Motivated When Writing: 5 Tips That Work

I sit down in front of my computer, pull the keyboard closer, and open the document. I’m ready to go to war with my book. But the moment the loading bar disappears, I freeze. Everything I had prepared in my mind is gone. I can’t do a thing. Sound familiar? Honestly, I’ve lost count of…
How to Write a Novel With No Experience: From Zero to 100K Words

Ever wondered how to write your first novel with no experience? You’re not alone. I started from zero, too. Just a day job I hated and a dream I kept burying under “maybe later.” Until one dark November evening, I was on bus the home. The beautiful fields, animals, buildings inspiring me to create once…

All posts in this series are updated regulary as I learn (and stumble) more.

A blog by Jack | Fiction writer & creative-process junkie