Goodreads asked William Hill:

How do you get inspired to write?

William Hill If I'm fortunate, inspiration finds me, whether it be in new writing or editing. Otherwise, I put forth the creativity, effort and time, even if its a slog. Writers build writing muscles as well as habits, much as do musicians and athletes. The writing is working out and the journey to the end. I In many way, writing is like hiking. The first drafts are most difficult because they are forays into the unknown, and it always seems to take longer when you are uncertain of where you are going, especially if you get lost. Once I've been along that trail, I can look for the highlights and edit out the boring parts. Don't wait for inspiration to strike. Keep working out those mental writing muscles.

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