Goodreads asked Amy Pattee Colvin:

What’s your advice for aspiring writers?

Amy Pattee Colvin Just do it! Don’t worry about if you have enough time or not. If you want to do it you’ll get it done. And, during intensive phases, such as writing or editing, get away from distractions. I’d close down email and social media tabs on my computer. I’d put my phone on do not disturb. I’d set a timer, usually in 15 minute increments on days when I was feeling distracted, and say to myself… it’s 15 minutes… you can concentrate for 15 minutes… Then you can take a break. Some days I didn’t need a timer, as I wasn’t running into resistance.

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