Writing routines, prompts, productivity and beating writer’s block.
Novel November is 30 days, 50,000 words and one first draft. See how Story Bible Studio’s targets, sprints and live word count keep you on pace.
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Morning pages explained: does freewriting really work? How to start, what to write and how the habit can unblock your creativity. Bonus: Download the free Story Bible Starter Kit and plan your story section by section as you read. My Journey into the World of Morning Pages It all started, as these things often do,
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How to join or start a writing group: find the right fit, give and take feedback well and keep a writing group going for years. Bonus: Download the free Story Bible Starter Kit and plan your story section by section as you read. The Solitary Craft and the Collective Spirit As a writer, I’ve long
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Reading like a writer: how to study the books you love for structure, voice and technique, and use what you learn in your writing. Bonus: Download the free Story Bible Starter Kit and plan your story section by section as you read. Shifting My Perspective: From Reader to Apprentice For years, I devoured books. I
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Writing sprints use the Pomodoro method to boost your word count. Learn how to run sprints alone or with friends and stay focused. Bonus: Download the free Story Bible Starter Kit and plan your story section by section as you read. My Discovery of Writing Sprints For years, my writing process felt like a perpetual
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Where story ideas come from: 15 places to look, from news and history to dreams and overheard conversations, for your next story. Bonus: Download the free Story Bible Starter Kit and plan your story section by section as you read. The Wellspring of Inspiration: Tapping into My Creative Reserves As a writer, I’m constantly asked
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Dictation for writers: how to write a novel by talking, the best tools, editing dictated drafts and tips for getting started. Bonus: Download the free Story Bible Starter Kit and plan your story section by section as you read. My Journey into Hands-Free Storytelling It started subtly, a persistent ache in my wrist after hours
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First draft tips to finally finish your novel: structure your writing process, beat perfectionism, take strategic pauses and build a support system.
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Get ready for NaNoWriMo: plan your story, schedule your writing time, set up your space and keep momentum to finish a novel in a month.
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