Nancy Herkness
Writer's block can be caused by different issues, so the solution often depends on the source. My first line of offense is to take a walk. The steady, repetitive motion seems to free my mind of constraints. If that doesn't work, I stop working on the scene that's giving me trouble and go on to the next scene.
But the most important thing I do is to keep writing. Writers solve their problems by writing. Even if you're writing garbage, it's helping your creative mind work through whatever the blockage is. You can always edit or, worst case, delete the junk you wrote to break the barrier.
Never give up! Never surrender! :-)
But the most important thing I do is to keep writing. Writers solve their problems by writing. Even if you're writing garbage, it's helping your creative mind work through whatever the blockage is. You can always edit or, worst case, delete the junk you wrote to break the barrier.
Never give up! Never surrender! :-)
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I have just finished The VIP Doubles Down, and it was just excellent. I am now a new fan after finishing the Wager of Hearts series. My question is, will Hugh Baker be one of the heroes in your Second Glances series? I would wager (pun intended) that I am not alone in wanting to get to know him. Thank you!
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