by Megan Barnhard | Aug 13, 2019 | Blogging, Writing Novels, Writing Process
Any writer or writing coach worth her salt will tell you that the secret to getting the words on the page — whether they’re for a blog post or a book — is to write a shittty first draft. It’s the magic of professional writers. And it’s...
by Megan Barnhard | Jul 30, 2019 | Blogging, Writing Novels, Writing Process
When a quick proofread turns into rewriting from the beginning, you’re editing your writing to death. You finish writing and think what you’ve got is pretty good. You figure you’ll just give it a quick once-over and you’ll be good to go. Hours...
by Megan Barnhard | Dec 3, 2018 | Authors, Writing Novels, Writing Process
In November of 2018 I embarked on my first-ever NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month). It was great. It was awful. I can’t wait to do it again next year! I’ll never do it again. Hmm… You can see I’ve got some mixed feelings. But while the...
by Megan Barnhard | Nov 9, 2018 | Authors, Writing Novels, Writing Process
Have you ever gotten stuck while writing and felt like there was no way out? It might not be your plot, characters, or outline that’s the problem. You may be unintentionally sabotaging yourself. It’s not only writers who sabotage themselves; it’s all...
by Megan Barnhard | Aug 3, 2018 | Authors, Writing Novels, Writing Process
Got writer’s block? Have no fear! First, I’ll tell you why it’s not your fault and you shouldn’t judge yourself. Then, I’ll share four no-fail strategies for kicking writer’s block to the curb and getting on with your writing...
by Megan Barnhard | Jul 14, 2018 | Authors, Writing Books, Writing Novels
Ack! I’m 10,000 words into my book and I hate it! Don’t panic. Instead, do these five steps. Step 1: Assess Do you also hate your haircut, your phone, and your spouse? You might be in a FUNK. This is a technical term for when you just need a break from...
