Ask the Author: Phyllis A. Still
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Phyllis A. Still
Make time to learn about story structure and get over being a pantster. Being a pantster is like suddenly deciding to take a road trip without GPS, money, food, or clean underwear. It cost me more time and money wondering around without a clear purpose.
Phyllis A. Still
Very few people understand the joy of allowing the world, and the people in your head to become real on the page.
Phyllis A. Still
If I'm stuck in a scene, I'll read the previous one or the chapter before, which refreshes my memory on the purpose of the scene in the plotline.
Another helpful use of writer's block is to read the work of other authors, study the writing craft, take a walk and record, or write a description, of the sounds I hear.
Another helpful use of writer's block is to read the work of other authors, study the writing craft, take a walk and record, or write a description, of the sounds I hear.
Phyllis A. Still
While sorting through family history documents, I found the Shirley family. As I researched them online, the story idea planted itself.
Phyllis A. Still
While sipping my morning coffee, I'll read through my current scene and hear sentences that should be corrected or character reactions that should be added. I'm a task oriented person with a touch of OCD, so it's hard for me to skip over things to get to the next chapter. This system might be slow, but I find it enjoyable. When I have lulls in creativity, reading writing craft books help give fresh direction.
Phyllis A. Still
Book II of my Dangerous Loyalties series is in progress.
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