Does Your Art Feel Like a Cheap Trick? Learn to See the Magic Again When I was a kid, I fell in love with magic. Not the spells and wizards kind, the kind with playing cards and sponge balls. I had seen geeks in tuxedos pulling rabbits out of hats, and I desperately needed to join their ranks. Unfortunately, I […]
Whether you want to write a novel or run a marathon, the first step is forming good habits. Habits are the steps we climb to achievement. The more time we spend building and practicing good habits, the more we can accomplish, and the more rewarding our lives will be. When you have a strong writing habit in place, you can
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Most writers keep a file of story ideas. But what about all those little ideas that aren’t plots or story hooks? This is where the BOB (Bits of Business) File comes in! The bits of business in your BOB File are too small to be the centerpiece of a story. Rather, they are interesting details that might make some future
When I’m getting to know someone, I ask what they like to read. Unfortunately, this sometimes gets an embarrassed reaction, with people mumbling some excuse about why they haven’t picked up a book since high school. Generally, most people seem to wish they read more, but just can’t seem to make it happen. If you’re a writer, it’s especially important
Before you can master the art of writing, you first have to master the habit. Whether you want to write professionally or as a hobby, the best way to build your skills is to write every day. Read on to learn how to start a daily writing habit. How daily writing improves your life Greater efficiency When you write every
