Goodreads asked S.K. Epperson:

How do you deal with writer’s block?

S.K. Epperson Aaargh. I am sadly unable to 'force' creativity. I can sometimes employ tactics of distraction and direct focus elsewhere until some nudge happens and the stirrings to continue the tale pull me back in. Sometimes it never happens, and when It doesn't, I usually see the reason later and thank the fates for intervening. Writer's block is like the one box you left unchecked (on purpose) on the cosmic test for writers. Picture a finger wagging deity that sounds very much like George Carlin: "Yes, you must complete X amount of completely pointless, utterly agonizing hours of paralyzing self-doubt before you may proceed with any plans for that erotic, suspenseful romantic thriller mystery western epic..."

I'll say it again. Aaargh.

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