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I’ve always loved writing. There’s something magical about the moment when your thoughts flow from your mind to the page—or screen—and they make sense. If you’ve ever dreamed of writing a novel but wonder whether you can compete in a crowded market like Amazon or elsewhere, here’s the truth: yes, you absolutely can.
Every author you admire started in the exact same place you are now: with a blank page, a big dream, and a little bit of doubt. What helped them move forward? Three simple but powerful things:
- A strong subject they were passionate about
- Focused research to build depth and credibility
- A writing rhythm that matched their energy and lifestyle
1. Take Stock of What You Know
The first step is choosing the right subject matter—something that resonates deeply with you.
Ask yourself: What am I most drawn to and why?
- Do you devour romance novels, thrillers, or horror stories? That’s a clue.
- Have you ever thought: “No one ever writes about this the way I see it?” Then it’s time to be that voice.
- What themes or questions keep showing up in your life or conversations?
- Your values and passions are the best place to mine authentic, lasting ideas.
💡 Tip: The best stories are written from the heart. Write what you care about most—not what you think will sell.
Read more: 3 Key Ideas to Help You Start Your Novel and Stay Motivated to Finish It
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As a writer, few things are more frustrating than having a great idea for a story with no way to get it down on the page. While you might have battled writer’s block when you couldn’t come up with any ideas, blank page syndrome is a little different. Blank page syndrome occurs when you already have plans for what you want to write, but your mind seems to just go blank whenever you get ready to type. This can happen for a multitude of reasons, and you can use these tips to work through the issue step by step.
1. Eliminate Distractions
First, take a good look around the room. Is the television on? Can you hear people talking in the other room? If so, try to create a quieter environment, or play some soft music in the background if it helps you write. Then, check your computer screen. Try to shut off down any tabs or apps that distract you from your blank page.
Read more: 8 Tips to Eliminate Blank Page Syndrome When Writing Fiction
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Writer’s block is considered a psychological condition. It is defined by a period of time where a writer does not make any advancements in his or her writing. It can be a complete stop to all writing or a serious slowdown of writing productivity. The condition was first identified and described by Edmund Bergler in 1947. He was a well-known psychiatrist or psychoanalyst, who was living in New York City at the time he discovered and coined this condition.
Understanding Writer’s Block
According to Dictionary.com, Writer’s Block is defined as “a temporary condition in which a writer finds it impossible to proceed with the writing of a novel, play, or other work.” However, writer’s block can be less severe than the cessation of all writing. Instead, it can be characterized as a slowdown in writing productivity. This can be caused by numerous internal and external factors, including:
Read more: 8 Ways to Beat Writer’s Block and Maintain Your Novel Writing Productivity
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You’ve read all these writing tips before. Maybe you’ve even dismissed them as complete and utter crap. Well, here’s 10 writing tips and explanations of those writing tips that are almost guaranteed to make you crap your pants.
1. In Order to Write Well, You Have to Read Everything
I hear this all the time, and many million-dollar earning mainstream fiction writers and even indie authors have said this. If you don’t read, you can’t write. There’s some truth to this, but the connotation is that you should have a fiction book in your hand and be reading it every moment you are awake. If you’re not reading then you are an epic loser and will never write a good book.
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As a new or upcoming author, you may be wondering whether you should write a single title book or a series of books featuring the same characters. While this is a personal choice most of the time. Sometimes books automatically turn themselves into multiple books. In this article, we’ll discuss the differences between a single book and a series.
Single Title Books
A single title book is one book with one set of characters. When the book ends, that’s the end of those characters, the plot and all the subplots. This means that the author must write the book in such a way as to leave no loose ends. The major plots and subplots must all reach a conclusion by the last page. Once the book is finished, the author is free to work on their next book idea.
Read more: What Is the Difference Between a Single Title Book and a Series?