Writing can be very boring work; especially if it becomes very mechanical when you’re not interested in the subject matter. One of the ways around this is to physically change your writing setting; take a pen, paper and notebook if you’re a cyber-nut, move to a coffee shop with free internet access or a bookstore […]
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Freelance Writing Tip #23: Find a Muse
Throughout history writers have searched high and low for sources of inspiration. Some authors have used their past experiences to fuel their writing, others a love interest, and still others their religious beliefs. Having a muse can fuel your creativity. For example, say you really like Merlin and you decide to let your imagination run […]
Freelance Writing Tip #15: Play
When you’re frustrated with a project, or you can’t quite think of what to do next, schedule some “play” time. Play allows you to be creative and free–whether it’s playing with kids, playing a game, playing with art supplies, etc.–to recharge your creativity. Play is especially important if you’re doing editing work; flipping out of […]
Freelance Writing Tip #8: Think You’re a Writer? Write!
Many, many people claim to be a writer. They say they’ve written a book, hidden in their attic, or they say that they published a poem four years ago that rivals Emily Dickinson’s Poems. No matter how you sugar-coat it, you can’t really call yourself a writer if you don’t write on a consistent basis. […]