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  • When experiencing frustration with your writing, it’s important to remind yourself why... Here are 18 inspirational writing quotes: ...

    18 Inspiring Quotes For Writers

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    When you’re experiencing frustration with your writing, it’s important to remind yourself that we’ve all been there before; and I mean everyone. That’s right—even the Stephen King’s and Ernest Hemingway’s of the world. Which is why it’s always a good idea to turn to those famous writers (and their quotes) for inspiration. Here are 18 inspirational writing quotes:   Reading Motivation “Read everything  —  trash, classics, good and bad, and see how they do it. Just like a carpenter who works as an apprentice and studies the master. Read! You’ll absorb it. Then write.” —William Faulkner   “Always [keep] two…

  • This is your crash course to the pre-writing process of a fiction story. Follow our checklist, and you’ll feel more confident and prepared when it comes...

    A Pre-Writing Checklist for Fiction Writers

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    Hyping yourself up to write a book is a lot like getting in the right frame of mind to start a new workout routine. First, the determination takes hold. “I am going to start right now.” Then, self-doubt takes over. “I have no idea where to start.” So, this is your crash course to the pre-writing process. Follow our checklist, and you’ll feel more confident and prepared when it comes time to start writing. 1. Develop your elevator pitch, also known as a premise. Your premise should mention of your protagonist, his or her goal, and the situation that will…

  • 2020 New Year’s Resolutions for Writers

    2020 New Year’s Resolutions for Writers

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    Every year, we sit and write down our resolutions and goals for the new year ahead of us. This time, however, we’re not only embarking on a new year, but we have an entirely new decade in front of us. There is no better time to dream bigger dreams and accomplish your biggest goals. Here are twenty ideas for writers to add to their 2020 New Year’s Resolutions list: Develop a new mantra. Oftentimes, the biggest struggle writers have is thinking of themselves as an actual writer. So, begin working a mantra into your daily, morning routine. Example: “I am…

  • 2019 Gift Guide for Writers

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    The holidays are finally in full swing, and there’s nothing better than finding the perfect gifts for the people in your life. Writers are an eclectic type of people, so we’re here to help you find the best possible gift for the writer, or writers, in your life. Rocketbook + Erasable Pens This notebook is perfect for writers who love jotting things down but hate using a ton of paper. The notebook, which comes in a few sizes, contains 36 reusable pages. Simply use a Pilot friction gel pen or marker to write down all the things. Using the Rocketbook…