writing funk

Enhance Your Writing Experience With ASMR Videos

Enhance Your Writing Experience With ASMR Videos

There are days when we have time to dive into our story, but we are feeling too stressed to get motivated. This fun discovery helps when stress gets in the way of storytelling. Have you tried watching ASMR videos?

Battle Through That 30,000 Word Slump

Battle Through That 30,000 Word Slump

At first, your story is strong and exciting. Until you enter the final third of your novel. Then you notice your momentum slowing as your plot stalls and your characters start to feel … well, dull. It’s at this point that you are both frustrated and exhausted. How do you battle through it so you can keep writing?

The 'Best' Time To Write: Are You a Morning Person or a Night Owl?

The 'Best' Time To Write: Are You a Morning Person or a Night Owl?

Is there a magical time of day that is “best” to write? I suppose that depends on who you ask. For some writers, the best time for inspiration is in the morning before the sun rises. Others may say it’s the silent of night between 12 - 3AM. So, which is it?

7 Ways To Avoid Distractions While You Write

7 Ways To Avoid Distractions While You Write

Distractions. They get the best of us—encouraging us to procrastinate when we know there’s a ton of work to do. Maybe that’s part of the problem. We don’t want to work when we know there’s a lot on our plates. Writing doesn’t have to be a chore, but if you’re struggling to pull yourself back into work, try these tricks!

#AmWriting: Defeating Writer's Block

#AmWriting: Defeating Writer's Block

We’ve all had it happen to us. One moment we are thriving on imagination, running on creative fuel, and our fingertips rush to keep up with our story. Next, we are struggling to formulate a fitting sentence, unable to find that deep-rooted connection that gives our story life and makes us feel like we’re one with our characters. So, how do we fight this? How do we rediscover our imagination and defeat writer’s block?