Tag: writing tips

Ways to Reward Yourself

Posted November 24, 2010 in Creative Writing
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Ways to Reward Yourself

Following on from the achievement badges post, today I’m going to think about the value of rewards for personal achievements. I think that if you’re aiming to achieve something (say to get your novel completed) it’s a lot easier if you break it down into smaller parts (say to write 1000 words a day) and […]

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On Waiting for Inspiration

Posted November 17, 2010 in Creative Writing
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On Waiting for Inspiration

If you’re a writer (or any other kind of creative artist) you will understand the importance of inspiration. Without being inspired it is difficult to write or make something that isn’t completely drab and awful. But there are times when we can’t wait for inspiration to strike, like when we have a deadline to meet […]

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Sources for Writing Advice and Tips

Posted November 2, 2010 in Creative Writing
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Sources for Writing Advice and Tips

Here are some useful links to sites and articles that offer some general writing advice and tips: Last updated: 27/01/2013 Blogs by and for WritersWriting the Perfect SceneAdvice for Writers by David RobbinsNovel Writing TipsAdvice from Jeffrey CarverFantasy Writing PodcastsHow to Write Faster, Better and EasierHow to be CreativeHow to Write DialogueNovel Writing Tips Notes from […]

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Tips for Beating Writer’s Block

Posted August 8, 2010 in Creative Writing
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Tips for Beating Writer’s Block

Writer’s block can come on because of stress, outside distractions or a fear of failure, but sometimes it strikes for no obvious reason and always seems to be at the worst possible time. You find yourself staring at a blank page or screen trying to come up with ideas for your latest project, getting more and […]

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