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How to Overcome Writer’s Block (and Actually Enjoy Writing Again)

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Published: 04 October 2025
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  • Article Excerpt (Intro): Writer’s block isn’t a dead end—it’s a signal. Learn what causes it, how to break through perfectionism and fear, and how to rediscover your joy in writing.

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You Don’t Have to Be an Alcoholic to Be a Writer

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Published: 01 October 2025
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  • Article Excerpt (Intro): The myth of the “drunken genius” still haunts writers, but it’s more destructive than inspiring. Alcohol doesn’t fuel creativity—it clouds it. Real writing comes from discipline, curiosity, and persistence. You don’t have to destroy yourself to create great work.

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The Dark Forest Scroll: 10 Curses of Terrible Writing Advice (and How to Break Them)

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Published: 25 September 2025
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  • Article Excerpt (Intro): Somewhere deep in a mist-choked forest lies a scroll older than memory. Its parchment is frayed, its ink black as tar, and it whispers to any who dare unroll it. Within are not spells of power, but curses—ten pieces of writing advice so poisonous they can unravel a new author’s confidence before the first chapter is born. Yet every curse has its counter-spell. Read on, and I’ll show you the ten worst writing “tips” that masquerade as wisdom—and how to break them before they break you.

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16 Things No One Tells You About Becoming a Fulltime Writer

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Published: 18 September 2025
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  • Article Excerpt (Intro): Becoming a fulltime writer sounds glamorous: working from home, calling the shots, and getting paid to do what you love. The reality? It’s messier, lonelier, and far more unpredictable than most people let on. Here’s what no one tells you about the unfiltered truth of life as a fulltime writer.

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How to Overcome Writer’s Block: Proven Techniques to Get Unstuck and Keep Writing

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Published: 01 July 2025
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Writer’s block is one of the most frustrating experiences for any writer. That blank page can feel like an insurmountable barrier, stopping your creativity cold and sapping your motivation. But the good news? Writer’s block is a common challenge — and there are proven techniques you can use to break through and keep your writing momentum going.

In this post, you’ll discover practical strategies to get unstuck, spark your creativity, and build a writing routine that keeps the words flowing, even on tough days.

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