Tag: Becoming an author
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Benefits of writing: How to write for mental clarity
Why writing is more than just writing What’s your story like? Have you made sure to make your characters relatable? Have you made sure to see if your idea will? As an aspiring writer this should feel familiar. All the questions, they fly through your mind, causing frustrations and no matter how hard you work,…
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Becoming an author: Behind the scenes of a writer
A look behind the scenes of writing a novel I have spent the entirety of last month thinking I was going to finish my novel, only to discover I was still in the middle of the journey. This month. Talk about a disappoint – or is it really? This is a posting series where we…
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How to become an author: 30 minutes of daily writing
Building a complex writing routine is a waste of time You want to become an author and it’s time to get your word out there. How exactly are you supposed to do? You resort to the big internet: “Best writing tips for a new writer” You scroll through the first couple of pages, it’s tip…
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How to Get Over Writer’s Block: Tips to Boost Creativity
The unfamiliar feeling followed by a creative block Have you finally convinced yourself to put pen to paper, only to sit down and feel like your mind has hit the reset button, leaving you struggling to remember your own name? Since we hopefully can rule out dementia, it’s likely that writer’s block has hit you.…
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Being an author: How to write for productivity
Disorganized work is organized work just better. Many people believe that to be a productive writer, you must follow a strict routine. But what if I told you that disorganization could be the key to level up your writing productivity? What if the ‘perfect story,’ ‘perfect routine,’ and ‘published works’ are all just misconceptions? Because…
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Short story writing: A stress-free way to start writing
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the thought of writing a novel? Like you were trying to scale a mountain without any climbing gear? It’s the kind of feeling that makes you think you’re either destined to fail or will be left with the scars of an unfinished project. Trust me, I’ve been there. I…
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Why Become a Writer: My reasons for being a writer
“Why become a writer?” The thought might have crossed your mind. “Is it really worth it?” The reasons to start writing is many. Ask different authors and you’ll find different answers, Maybe you’re here earn a massive amount of money, get the fame or have millions of fans. Or maybe you want to know what…
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Gratification: Let’s talk about the big elephant in the room
“You need to accept delayed gratification to be a writer. You need a strong discipline.” Their augment: “It will be a while before you see any kinds of results.” Does this sound like anything you have ever heard before? While it’s true, the results are far out in the future, and you have to live…
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Novel ideas: How to use your life to start writing
You sit down; your eyes are poised at the screen. Your anticipating hands hover over the keyboard, waiting on orders from your mind: “Where’s the novel idea?” He. You type out the first word with a burning desire to write, but feel the flame disappear before you set the period. He looked through the small…
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Writing Insight: Why mistakes are important for your writing
“My mistakes makes my writing suck!” It’s one of those things that none of us want to have but it still follows you around like a stalker. Whatever you do it’s always there, screaming at your head: You aren’t good enough. But good enough for what? You ask yourself exhausted from the constant editing. “Am…