Writing a novel for the first time is HARD. Know what else is hard? Writing a novel for a second time...and a third...okay, you get it. At some point in every first draft I've ever written, I hit a block where I can't even remember why I wanted to write the book to begin with.
In this three part series, I'm going to be talking about writer's block and how to get past it. This week's episode gets into what happens when you get stuck on one particular scene, and what you can do to get unstuck and get to The End of your draft.
Stuff I use as a full time writer/author (that you may have spotted in this video!) (affiliate links are afoot):
WRITING/WORK STUFF
Alphasmart Neo2. Highly highly recommend. [ Ссылка ]
Adjustable laptop desk. I LOVE this thing. Typing with my arms at an angle has drastically reduced elbow/wrist pain. [ Ссылка ]
Clever Fox planner. I’ve used a few planners and this is my fav. Lots of space for mind-mapping and brainstorming, daily to-do lists, space for goal setting. [ Ссылка ]
Best writing pens, hands down. I use them every time I revise a book. [ Ссылка ]
Acer monitor. I kind of hate the word gamechanger but this really was that kind of purchase. [ Ссылка ]
Brother laser printer. I won’t lie, this thing is a behemoth. But I’ve had it since 2017 and I think I’ve had maybe one paper jam? It works great, it’s super consistent, A++ for printing manuscripts. [ Ссылка ]
Macbook Air. Doesn’t really need my recommendation. [ Ссылка ]
COFFEE STUFF
Ninja coffee maker. I freaking love this thing! It has a “speciality” setting that’ll make...not espresso, but pretty dang close. There’s a milk frother attached if you want to get fancy with your drink. [ Ссылка ]
Cold brew pitcher. I have two of these on constant rotation in the fridge. Don’t judge me. [ Ссылка ]
Zulay milk frother. (Yes, I take my coffee seriously.) [ Ссылка ]
VIDEO MAKING STUFF
Canon G7X Mark iii camera. The autofocus does tick me off sometimes, but in manual mode it’s perfect, and I love the flip up screen (ie, you can see yourself as you film) and the fact that there’s a mic port. [ Ссылка ]
Savage studio lights. I mostly use these for ‘talking head’ videos. [ Ссылка ]
Ubeesize 10” ring light. That’s the little guy sitting on my desk. I mostly use it for vlogging. [ Ссылка ]
JJC mini tripod. [ Ссылка ]
Rode clip mic. [ Ссылка ]
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Check out my free Create Dynamic Characters course, a quick writing workshop that'll help you create a protagonist who transforms AND find an organic plot for your novel in just 20-30 minutes! [ Ссылка ]
Plus I've got lots of other freebies for you to download and use on your writing journey, including:
From Premise to Plot: A Guide to Plotting
My FIRST First Draft Checklist
My Revision Game Plan
The Query Formula
Download 'em all here: [ Ссылка ]
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BLACK LIVES MATTER. To my fellow white authors: we have to show up every day. We have to speak out. We have to make it clear to the Black authors and creators in our community that we are here for them. Silence is not an option. Please check out this Google Doc for hundreds of resources on how you can support, donate, and learn--not just in February, not just when another senseless tragedy due to racism occurs, but every single day from right now moving forward: [ Ссылка ]
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SUPPORT INDIES!
Like audiobooks? I switched from Audible to Libro.fm in 2019 and have zero regrets. Libro.fm sends your $ to the indie bookstore of your choice! The monthly fee is the same. Sign up with this referral link and get a FREE audiobook: [ Ссылка ]
Looking for your next writing craft book? Check out my Bookshop and support indies! [ Ссылка ]
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Looking for a ghostwriter for your novel? I might be your gal! [ Ссылка ]
If you're interested in using Reedsy to offer your ghostwriting or editing services, sign up here: [ Ссылка ]
**full disclosure: the above link is a referral! If you sign up and get a project, you and I each get $100!**
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