Goodreads asked Mark Justice:

How do you deal with writer’s block?

Mark Justice There is something to having a plan before drafting. I have a fairly detailed outline going in, which helps keep me on track and looking at the big picture, but some days, the rusty gate doesn't want to budge. I accept that. On those days, I'll try to write something other than what I'm working on, or I'll take a day off. There's no reason to not give your brain a rest when it's fatigued. Writing is challenging. It's normal to tire. I give myself permission to rest when it's warranted.

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