Fear is one thing that holds us back from doing most of the things that we are capable of. Fear is powerful. That is why throughout history, kings and monarchs have used fear as their essential tool to rule over nations. Fear makes us incapable of what we are actually very much capable. Fear holds us back. Fear destroys the ability to think. One of the worst forms of fear is … [Read more...] about How Your Fear of Failure is Stopping You from Writing Success
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Why Writers Should Make More Time for Vacations This Year
Writing is a frustrating and exhausting occupation. There is no formula for good writing. When it happens, it happens. When it does not happen, you just sit helpless at your desk, trying to grasp the right words, the right phrases. You can see those words and phrases at a distance, floating in thin air. But they will not come to you, no matter how hard you try. And it is at … [Read more...] about Why Writers Should Make More Time for Vacations This Year
My Writing Room by Alexandra Potter
This post was originally published at Novelicious.com and is now at WritingTipsOasis.com. WritingTipsOasis.com acquired Novelicious.com in June 2022. For a long time I thought to write a novel you had to have an office. A whole room in your house designated to creating wonderful characters, witty dialogue and brilliant plot twists. Which was somewhat of a problem as I started … [Read more...] about My Writing Room by Alexandra Potter
The Secret Dreamworld of an Aspiring Author – Originality
This post was originally published at Novelicious.com and is now at WritingTipsOasis.com. WritingTipsOasis.com acquired Novelicious.com in June 2022. by Anna Bell As an author, you’re always looking for that killer idea. That original story with a great hook that will catch the attention of editors and readers alike. Yet just how original does that idea have to be? h I had … [Read more...] about The Secret Dreamworld of an Aspiring Author – Originality
Want a Literary Agent to Critique Your Query Letter? Welcome to Agent Pitch Critique!
This post was originally published at Novelicious.com and is now at WritingTipsOasis.com. WritingTipsOasis.com acquired Novelicious.com in June 2022. UPDATE: Due to the overwhelming popularity of this event, we’re closing comments to new query letters a little early, at 4pm GMT, to give Madeleine time to read and critique. However, Madeleine would love to have any additional … [Read more...] about Want a Literary Agent to Critique Your Query Letter? Welcome to Agent Pitch Critique!