5 writing tips from Laini Taylor
- Jan. 28th, 2013 at 6:29 AM
“Never sit staring at a blank page or screen. If you find yourself stuck, write. Write about the scene you’re trying to write. Writing about is easier than writing, and chances are, it will give you your way in. You could try listing ten things that might happen next, or do a timed freewrite.”
Read all her tips here.
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