Writer’s block: two words that can strike fear into the heart of any writer. You sit down, brimming with ideas, ready to pour out brilliance onto the page, only to find that the words have vanished. It’s like trying to drive with the parking brake on—frustrating and slow. I remember a time when I spent…
Imagine sitting at your desk, staring at a blank page, and feeling that familiar frustration rise. You want to write, but the words just aren’t coming. It’s a scene I, and most writers, have experienced, but there’s a trick I’ve learned that can turn this around… a well-crafted writing routine. Think about how musicians practice…
Have you ever heard of the Pomodoro Technique? Or, if you have at least heard of it, have you ever actually used it? And why the heck is the photo here of a tomato? All great questions! The Pomodoro Technique isn’t just about managing time; it’s a method designed to help people maximize their productivity…
Writer’s block is like an unwelcome house guest, showing up unannounced and making itself comfortable, even though it’s far from invited. It’s a common struggle for writers, whether you’re penning your first novel or your hundredth blog post. There is nothing worse than staring blankly at an empty sheet of paper or a computer screen,…
When I was in graduate school, I wasn’t exactly the “best” student in terms of my writing skills — that would come later — but one thing that I always outshined the other students in was my ability to research a topic and filter out all the fluff. Research isn’t just a step in the…
