Tag: novel writing

How to Outline a Novel with Tarot Cards

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There are tons of resources out there for novel plotting, but there is one I’m pretty sure you haven’t tried. If you like archetypes, symbols, using your intuition, and approaching your work from a more esoteric angle, it’s time to bring a little magic into your writing practice. This post has everything you need to […]

Find Writing Inspiration When You Need It Most

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When it comes to hitting your word count goals, it’s not always easy to find writing inspiration. Life can be hectic, and it can be hard to find time for your writing. That’s why you need to know where to find writing inspiration so you always have it at the ready and can finally finish […]

How to Get Back Into Writing

How to Get Back Into Writing | Wondering how to get back into writing after some time spent doing other stuff? I have a few ideas to get you back on track!

One of the things I get asked most is how to get back into writing. There is no magic pill or one-size-fits-all answer. But I have a few ideas. NOTE: This post contains affiliate links. Affiliate links provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to products. Original photo by Hannah […]

7 Ways to Practice Writing (Even If You Don’t Think You Need To)

7 Ways to Practice Writing (Even If You Don't Think You Need To) | Looking for ways to practice writing? These seven tips for practicing writing will help you write faster and create better stories.

The only way to get better as a writer is to practice. But do you know the ways to practice writing? Original photo by Rucksack Magazine  Sure, you get better the more you write, but that’s a long con for sure. If you want to improve in quick and measurable ways, you need a plan. […]

9 Tips for Writing 10,000 Words a Day

9 Tips for Writing 10,000 Words a Day| Looking to try your hand at writing 10,000 words a day? Click here to read my 9 tips to get your hands flying across the keyboard.

So, you’ve seen the videos circulating around Authortube, and you wonder if it’s too good to be true. You want to try writing 10,000 words a day. NOTE: This post contains affiliate links. Affiliate links provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to products. Original photo by Gregory Culmer  I’m […]

How to Tell an Autobiographical Story

How to Tell an Autobiographical Story | Wondering how to tell an autobiographical story? Click through to read my 7 tips to keep your prose tight and your story interesting!

I’ve been thinking a lot about my WIP, and it’s got me to thinking about the process. For that reason, I’m going to be sharing how to tell an autobiographical story. Original photo by Nicole Honeywill  Now, I’m not here to define what an autobiographical story is. There is so much nitpicking around the topic […]