Goodreads asked Lori R. Hodges:

How do you deal with writer’s block?

Lori R. Hodges When I begin thinking too much about the writing, I end up writing in circles and cannot seem to get through to the other side. On these occasions I find that free writing and journaling help. I try not to worry about structure or story line and just let everything flow from my brain. After some time, a story will start to develop. I have also heard other authors talk about how their characters sometimes want to take over - I have seen this in my own writing. When this happens, just go with it. The characters know what they are doing.

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