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How do you deal with writer’s block?

David Lafferty Honestly, that's been a problem for me over the years, resulting in long periods of no progress whatsoever. It's mostly my fault, as my approach to st…moreHonestly, that's been a problem for me over the years, resulting in long periods of no progress whatsoever. It's mostly my fault, as my approach to storytelling has generally started with a clear idea of how the tale begins and ends, with everything in between consisting of a few vague notions -- a beginning, a muddle, and an end, so to speak. Realizing that it's a weakness of mine, I've resolved to change tactics and actually go to the trouble of crafting a complete, detailed outline for my next project. Hopefully that'll do away with the majority of my stalling-out. Another tactic I often employ is to load up my dog and spend a day in an area similar to my project's setting soaking up the atmosphere. Of course, any serious writer will tell you, "Don't get it right -- get it written!" It's good advice. Even if what you end up with after a few hours is complete schlock, at least 1) you'll keep some creative momentum under you, and 2) is easier to go back later and turn schlock into something good than it is to keep staring at that blank sheet of paper until drops of blood form on your forehead.(less)

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What’s the best thing about being a writer?

David Lafferty For me, the best thing about being a writer is being able to take readers on a journey...to have them feel a connection with the characters, to invest…moreFor me, the best thing about being a writer is being able to take readers on a journey...to have them feel a connection with the characters, to invest them in the plot, to make them excited or sad or scared or fall a little bit in love. If my reader finishes the final page feeling that bittersweet mixture of satisfaction with the experience and disappointment that it's over, then I feel like I've done my job as a storyteller.(less)

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