Oh, the writing life.
I mean, I’m writing right now. Want proof? Look at this assemblage of words. If I wasn’t a real writer, would I know how to use a word like “assemblage” in a sentence?
Checkmate.
Well, that’s probably enough writing for today. I did good. I should reward myself with several snacks and a season or two of TV.
While I’m doing that, you should enjoy these Tumblr posts about what being a writer is like.
And then help me because oh God the deadlines are closing in.
15. Always give your characters credit
14. “I don’t like writing, I like HAVING WRITTEN.”
13. It’s already a tight 2,000 pages
12. When being your own boss actually sucks
11. If you’re not sweating, you’re not writing
10. True story: one time I was commissioned to write a play about animal sex… Google was concerned…
9. There are so many ways for writers to look like psychopaths
https://writeouswriter.tumblr.com/post/187006767058/writer-problems-my-outlining-notes-probably-look
8. Your name and date count
7. Why didn’t I burn that when I had the chance…
6. Try repeating it until it loses all meaning
5. Can’t I outsource this?
4. Sometimes writing blocks you, sometimes you block writing
3. Ok now that I say this out loud…
2. This is the best idea I’ve had in MINUTES!
1. Remember: nothing’s ever done, it’s just due
What are your tricks for combating writer’s block?
Seriously tell me in the comments, I need to know IMMEDIATELY.
Or don’t. I’m sure I’ll figure it out on my own eventually.
… help…
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