Thursday, January 28, 2016

19 Invaluable Writing Tips For Actually Finishing That Novel

We asked writers what helps them stay motivated.

Maggy van Eijk

1. No cute coffee shop with notebook for me. It's all about snuggling up in bed with the laptop, a cup of tea and SoundCloud drip-feeding me music with the perfect ambience for the mood of the story.

And when I need to get out of my bubble, I go to literary events where authors talk about their writing and publication journeys. That always has me rushing back home abuzz with dreams and new inspiration.

— Chantal Lyons (Facebook)

2. Make a playlist that makes you think about the characters and the story, that way it keeps you motivated and fresh.

— Sol Fischer (Facebook).


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Could You Pass Your Defence Against The Dark Arts O.W.L.?

Will you achieve an Outstanding, or are you more Troll?

The Pottermore House Sorting Is Back And It's Beautiful

The day we have been waiting for is finally here.

As all true Harry Potter fans know, J.K. Rowling's website, Pottermore, was redesigned and relaunched in September last year.

As all true Harry Potter fans know, J.K. Rowling's website, Pottermore, was redesigned and relaunched in September last year.

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