Getting Around Procrastination

Getting Around Procrastination

We all procrastinate. Or nearly all of us and those who don’t are not normal, in my humble opinion.

Somehow the idea (or fact) of facing a blank page brings out the desire to do anything but that. Clean the fridge. The litter. Reorganize my LPs. It doesn’t matter. There always comes a time when in my writing when I feel compelled to do other things to avoid what I am writing. The problem with that is that writing is my career. If I avoid it, I don’t get paid.

Shhhhh…Stop Talking!

Shhhhh…Stop Talking!

Have you ever noticed when you have a good story to tell or a secret, your entire body tingles with the anticipation of sharing it? It is nearly impossible to keep it in. To guard it.

That is the nature of a story. It is how we feel when we start drafting our social media post while in the moment, like we are narrating our own life to an unknown audience. It is a bit wonky, but part of being a writer, I think.

Feed Your Imagination

Feed Your Imagination

One of the question asked most often of authors is “Where do you get your ideas?” Unfortunately, the answer is rarely helpful.

Ideas are everywhere. I find them on walks, in the shower, while listening to music, eavesdropping (a habit I have despite being taught it was impolite), driving. You get the idea. They lurk wherever life can be found.