The Journey of Writing a Novel: Challenge of Writers’ Block I am writing a novel, and it’s not easy to face the dreaded blank page, unsure of how to proceed. Distractions, self-doubt, and unclear directions are primary reasons for not writing. Weeks might turn into months without progress. The weight of expectations, both internal and […]
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In the Company of Growth: Friendships as Catalysts in Narrative Arcs As a writer, how you develop character relationships can impact the growth level of the Main Character (MC) in various ways. This area of study is a rich and multifaceted topic that can be approached from many angles. Human experience in friendships emerges as
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The Journey of Writing a Novel Challenge of Losing Confidence I am writing a novel. Sometimes, I struggle with imposter syndrome when I compare my work with that of other bestselling authors and feel my writing falls short. I started saying things to myself like: Why did I ever think this was a good idea?
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Imagining Tomorrow’s Climate in Sci-Fi and Fantasy Realms Novels like The Drowned World by J.G. Ballard deal with a future where the ice caps have melted leading to a submerged world or explore visual stories like the movie Waterworld or The Day After Tomorrow, where the ice caps are melting. One leads to a submerged
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Traditional vs Indie Publishing: Pros and Cons Both traditional publishing and indie publishing (self-publishing) have their own sets of advantages and challenges. As a writer, you need to explore both to find the publishing method you need to follow. For me, the turnaround time, and the earnings of traditional publishing are detriments to my writing
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The Journey of Writing a Novel: Challenge of Perfectionism I am writing a novel. Writing a novel is often romanticized as a solitary endeavor filled with inspiration and creativity. While there is truth to that, the path to completing a novel is rarely smooth. For every writer, the process is fraught with challenges that can
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In Praise of Brevity: A Journey into Novella and Short Story Publishing In this literary haven where brevity meets brilliance, the power of being concise takes center stage in storytelling. This blog takes a journey into the world of publishing novellas and short stories—an often-overlooked realm brimming with storytelling potential. Whether you’re a seasoned writer
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Year-End Review of 2024 Throughout 2024 I tracked and logged my progress on 3 levels Personal – Fitness, Guitar, Reading, Money, and Learning Writing – Blogs, Chapters, and Novel progress Work – Projects, Certificates, Annual Reviews Of these 3 levels, I broke them down into areas of interest as shown. I am primarily following James
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Epic Echoes: Hot Topics Shaping SFF Today Welcome to a space where the realms of science fiction and fantasy (SFF) collide, generating ripples of thought that resonate across the speculative landscape. Here, we embark on a journey into the heart of contemporary SFF discussions, exploring the current trends of discourse that shape the ever-evolving narrative
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Books I’ve Read This Year 2024 This report is what I captured via Audible and Goodreads. My reading goals were to increase my novels from last year and improve my reading selections to be more positive. In 2025 I am looking to increase my count even more. I’ve set a new goal of 40+ books.
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