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COVID-19: Writing Resources & Community Efforts
It’s natural to be struggling with anxiety or depression during times such as this. So if you’re in need of a pick-me-up, inspiration, or productivity hacks, here are some initiatives and resources to check out.
New Year, Bigger Network: Who to Follow in 2020
Here are some awesome creators, literary journals, and publishing blogs that will send you into 2020 feeling energized, informed, and motivated to make moves in your own writing endeavors.
Tips For Tackling NaNoWriMo
To hit 50,000 words in 30 days you’ll need to write approximately 1,667 words per day. Here are some quick tips for tackling NaNoWriMo.
Four Reasons To Take On NaNoWriMo
NaNoWriMo is almost upon us! Once again, thousands of writers of all genres will embark on a one-month sprint to reach 50,000 words in November. Here are four reasons to take on the challenge.
Tips for Crafting A Concise Elevator Pitch
When it comes to pitching your creative work, having an elevator pitch is key. Here are some tips for writing a concise pitch.
Stop Seeking Instant Gratification & Spend More Time With Your Draft
Writers often want to immediately show it to people and hear what they think. But getting feedback on a draft shortly after completing it usually only reinforces where you need to focus during the editing phase.
Art Taylor: Hone Your Craft, Connect with Your Community
If you ask mystery writer Art Taylor, focusing your energy on honing your craft, connecting and talking with members of the literary community, and creating a routine that fits your lifestyle will take you much further.
Zach Powers: Owning the Weird & Mastering Patience
Zach Powers is no stranger to, well, the strange. He has a knack for creating outlandish, quirky characters and off-kilter worlds that somehow always feel familiar.
Embrace Life's Noise, Let Your Ideas Marinate & Fill Up Your Eco Meter
In an ideal world, we’d have a brain blast, pop a squat in front of our computers, and have the "right" words pouring out of us faster than peanut butter melting on hot toast. But when is writing ever that easy?