How to Train Your Brain for Writing When You’re Not Writing
While many creative people have set hours for their project time, the creative process itself is no respecter of schedules. At worst, our minds...
Anne Rice: “Do It Your Own Way.”
In light of the passing of renowned writer Anne Rice, Lit Hub shares some of her most enduring advice to writers.
On writing, my advice...
Creative Acts Can Change the World
A lot of writers are happy to simply "tell their stories." Their urge is to express themselves and entertain. For a lot of us,...
Perfect is the Enemy of the Good (Writer)
Perfectionism is the foe of the creative soul. It fills us with self-doubt and can prevent us from feeling that any project is ever...
A Healthier Approach to Criticism of Your Art/Work
Criticism sucks but it's necessary if we're to grow as writers. Unless you're content to keep your work in a notebook in closed drawer,...
Isaac Bashevis Singer: Write What Only You Can Write
In a new post, the Writers Write blog shares Isaac Bashevis Singer’s three characteristics a work of fiction must possess:
It must have a...
Anne Sexton: “Put Your Ear Down Close to Your Soul.”
In a new post, the Writers Write blog shares seven pieces of writing advice from Anne Sexton. They include:
"Put your ear down close...
Trouble with Imposter Syndrome? You May Have a Creativity Wound
If you start writing projects but don't finish or finish projects that you never share, you might be suffering from a "creativity wound." In...
Write What You Know: the Opposite of Imagination
You wouldn't be surprised to learn that acclaimed writer Kazuo Ishiguro - author of The Remains of the Day and the modern SF classic...
Voice Tells You What to Write and When You’re Done
As writers, we are encouraged to find and develop our voice. Your voice is comprised of many elements, including the themes your explore, your...
