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The Wild Writer's Herbal: Craft, Mindset & the Modern Creative Path
Unlock the "Wild Magic" of your writing and defeat writer's block for good.
From pioneering cultural critic and veteran writer Jacob Clifton comes a revolutionary guide to the creative process, reframing writing not as a chore, but as an act of "wild magic". Drawing from 25 years of professional experience, Zen Buddhist principles, and a journey through creative burnout, Clifton offers an empathetic and sustainable practice to help you silence your inner critic, reconnect with your voice, and make writing a joyous part of your life.
The Wild Writer's Herbal provides the tools you need to build a writing practice that fits your life and honors your creative spirit. Inside, you will learn
* Tame the "Monkey Mind" of racing thoughts and quiet the over-eager "Inner Editor" that stifles your best ideas.
* "Move Fast & Write Garbage" using powerful freewriting exercises designed to outrun self-doubt and tap into a state of creative flow.
* Confront and neutralize your fears with practical "spells" that turn anxiety about the blank page into fuel for your work.
* Build a seamless writing routine by weaving your creative time into the habits you already have, making your practice effortless and sustainable.
* Become a "Centaur" by learning to collaborate with modern tools like AI and branching narratives, turning technology into a powerful creative partner.
* Navigate the business of writing with sober, practical advice on crafting pitches, finding an agent, submitting short stories, and selling yourself with confidence.
Whether you are a beginner terrified of the blank page, a professional feeling burnt out, or a writer at any level looking to infuse your practice with new energy, this book is your essential companion. It is a practical and compassionate guide to a more magical and profoundly productive creative path. It’s time to unleash your inner "word witch" and let your story sing.
From pioneering cultural critic and veteran writer Jacob Clifton comes a revolutionary guide to the creative process, reframing writing not as a chore, but as an act of "wild magic". Drawing from 25 years of professional experience, Zen Buddhist principles, and a journey through creative burnout, Clifton offers an empathetic and sustainable practice to help you silence your inner critic, reconnect with your voice, and make writing a joyous part of your life.
The Wild Writer's Herbal provides the tools you need to build a writing practice that fits your life and honors your creative spirit. Inside, you will learn
* Tame the "Monkey Mind" of racing thoughts and quiet the over-eager "Inner Editor" that stifles your best ideas.
* "Move Fast & Write Garbage" using powerful freewriting exercises designed to outrun self-doubt and tap into a state of creative flow.
* Confront and neutralize your fears with practical "spells" that turn anxiety about the blank page into fuel for your work.
* Build a seamless writing routine by weaving your creative time into the habits you already have, making your practice effortless and sustainable.
* Become a "Centaur" by learning to collaborate with modern tools like AI and branching narratives, turning technology into a powerful creative partner.
* Navigate the business of writing with sober, practical advice on crafting pitches, finding an agent, submitting short stories, and selling yourself with confidence.
Whether you are a beginner terrified of the blank page, a professional feeling burnt out, or a writer at any level looking to infuse your practice with new energy, this book is your essential companion. It is a practical and compassionate guide to a more magical and profoundly productive creative path. It’s time to unleash your inner "word witch" and let your story sing.
48 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 1, 2025
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Jacob Clifton
71 books36 followersJacob Clifton lives in Austin, Texas. Previously: Austin Chronicle, Tribune Media, Television Without Pity, Tor.com and Gawker.
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