by alkamy | Apr 22, 2021 | Writer's Mindset, Writing
Writer’s block is an evocative term that describes a dreadful state that some writers succumb to from time to time. When the wall of writer’s block erects itself, the writer’s creativity and motivation depart. The ink well dries up. But is the stymied writer really...
by alkamy | Apr 9, 2021 | Writer's Mindset, Writing
Three Secrets About Failure Many of us will go to great lengths to avoid failure. We are hard-wired that way. But the successful in our society know three secrets about failure: 1) We can’t truly make progress without risking failure. 2) Failure is a required part of...
by alkamy | Apr 2, 2021 | Writer's Mindset, Writing
Today I’m starting a series of blogs about how you can cultivate mastery over your writer’s mindset. What is a writer’s mindset? I like to think of it as your belief system, which comprises your habitual thoughts and attitudes toward your writing. It is what you are...
by alkamy | Mar 22, 2021 | Archetypes, Psychology, Writing
Fiction writers are always trying to create characters who crackle with authenticity. We strive to create characters who are both familiar and at the same time unique. The familiar provides a sense of comfort and predictability which helps us understand a character at...
by alkamy | Mar 12, 2021 | Mindset, Writer's Mindset, Writing
When you’re trying to stick to your writing routine, there’s an endless series of things that can potentially get in your way. But there also some steps you can take upfront to minimize distractions from disrupting your writing. Here are 8 foolproof tips for taking...
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