Hey writers! Let’s get real: writing is hard. It’s mentally exhausting, emotionally draining, and—if you’re not careful—can lead to burnout faster than you can say “writer’s block.” But fear not! There are ways to keep that creative fire burning without turning into a writing zombie. Here are five ways to avoid burnout and stay productive […]
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Hey writers! We know—life’s busy. Between work, family, and all the other things demanding your time, it can feel impossible to squeeze in writing. But you don’t need hours to write! All you need is five minutes. The 5-minute rule is a powerful way to make writing a consistent habit, even on your busiest days.
Hey writers! Welcome back to Better Writing in 5—your go-to spot for actionable writing tips! We know, life’s a whirlwind when you’re juggling a full-time job and writing goals. You’re busy, you’re tired, and let’s be real—some days, you just can’t imagine squeezing in 30 minutes to write. But guess what? You can! Here are
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Hey writers! The holiday season is here, and with it comes a whirlwind of family gatherings, shopping, cooking, and—let’s face it—chaos. It’s easy to put your writing goals on the back burner while life takes over. But here’s the thing: sticking to your writing goals through the holidays can actually set you up for even
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Congratulations, NaNoWriMo warrior! You’ve made it to the end of the month, and while your manuscript may still be a little rough around the edges (okay, a lot rough), you’ve done it. 50k words—or close enough—and you’ve survived. Now, it’s time to celebrate! Whether you’ve reached your word goal or not, you’ve committed to your
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Welcome back, NaNoWriMo Warriors! Can you believe the holidays are creeping up already? Hopefully, your word count is looking more “almost-there” than “what-was-I-thinking?” This week, we’re diving into a NaNoWriMo obstacle that trips up many of us: the need for just one more bit of research before we can keep writing. Trust, we’ve all been
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Ah, December is almost here, and with it, the smell of sugar cookies and the faint panic of unfinished NaNoWriMo word counts. If you’re staring at your word count and wondering how on earth you’re going to hit 50k, you’re not alone. The good news is that with a few tricks up your sleeve, you
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Welcome back, writers! And just like that, we’re nearing the final week of NaNoWriMo. We hope you’ve had a productive month—and that, no matter your word count, you’re closer to your writing goals than you were three weeks ago. If you need a boost or some fresh tips, check out this month’s series. But right
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Hey, NaNoWriMo Warriors! The final week is upon us. You’re so close to the finish line you can almost taste the victory and the turkey. We’ve been your motivation squad, cheering you on with tips for getting out of that NaNoWriMo slump and reasons to not give up. But what if your motivation is still
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So you’ve decided to pull yourself out of that NaNoWriMo slump and finish NaNoWriMo strong? Awesome! But how? Could it be as simple as writing every day? Well, consistency definitely helps—but the real key to 50k word count success lies in shifting your mindset. If you’re stuck in a writing rut and can’t seem to
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