Perhaps you don't Have to obviously shove the protagonist at their love interest in the first couple of chapters. Discuss.
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https://www.storyangles.com/post/meditation-sharpens-creativity
Writing is finding the right mental space where ideas flow naturally.
Some days, that space feels locked away, buried under distractions, self-doubt, and frustration. Meditation opens the door.
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Boost creativity with mindfulness. Writing is finding the right mental space where ideas flow naturally.Some days, that space feels locked away, buried under distractions, self-doubt, and frustration. Meditation opens the door.Meditation strengthens focus, clears mental clutter, and improves creativity. When your mind is overwhelmed, your writing suffers.Meditation trains you to slow down, process thoughts, and let ideas surface.It’s not about waiting for inspiration. It’s creating the right men
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What’s your top tip for writing authentic dialogue?
Oh, wow. No. Don't ever try to write authentic dialogue. Way too much of dialogue is tone, gesture, facial expression. Not the words. Too many ums and ers, shrugs and shorthand. The best dialogue is stylised to evoke all of these things. Sentence structure sharpened and different for each character. Maybe mention a gesture here or there. Evoke character rather than attempt authenticity.
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The Promise of the First Chapter: Writing advice from Chris Bock * You’ll hear it over and over again — opening lines are important. Your opening makes a promise about the rest of the story, article, or book. It tells readers what to expect, setting...
Writing Habits Are Easy To Lose
My experience falling off the writing train at the end of 2025 Continue reading on The Writing Cooperative »
https://writingcooperative.com/writing-habits-are-easy-to-lose-8e9ebec27d5
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Research shouldn’t stop you from writing. This post breaks down how writers can gather sources sustainably — without overwhelm, endless tabs, or burnout. Practical research skills that respect your energy and keep the work moving.
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Many writers struggle with overwhelming research due to academic habits emphasizing exhaustive information gathering. Effective research should support writing by answering a specific question and setting limits on time and sources. A selective approach, focusing on relevant content and knowing when to stop, can make research manageable and enhance productivity.
Understanding creativity is a process, not magic.
You can create conditions for inspiration:
✅ Gather intentionally (Preparation)
✅ Rest without guilt (Incubation)
✅ Keep capture tools ready (Illumination)
✅ Develop systematically (Verification)
The process is non-linear too—you can work on multiple projects simultaneously.
Changed how I work.
https://www.ctnet.co.uk/unleashing-your-creative-potential-the-four-stages-of-creativity/