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36 episodes
Why Writers Stall & How to Get Unstuck
Everyone wants artistic success to involve rare creative ecstasy and dramatic bursts of genius. Writing two books taught me that it comes down to discipline. You eventually end up holding a finished book, which feels almost surprising given how consistently the process resembled low-levelclerical work performed under mild psychological strain.
Non-Decorative Description
Advanced description problems are harder to diagnose than beginner ones. The prose sounds good, which makes writers protective of it. Unfortunately, readers don’t award bonus points for decorative suffering. Here's how you can create details that imply entire worlds, rather than extremely confident wallpaper.
Reviews: The Strange Economy of Stars and Feelings
In self-publishing, reviews matter. They influence readers, visibility, and your mood more than is sensible. One thoughtful review can buoy your week. One odd complaint can have you pacing around with a cup of hot coffee and a keyboard under threat of serious bodily harm. Here's how to survive the opinion market.
Productive Prose, Better Pages
The Patience & Panic of Self-Publishing
Most self-publishing advice is practical. All of it's useful. Some of it even works. But self-publishing isn’t just a logistical exercise. It’s an emotional one. Here's some advice for dealing with that.
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