Hey writers! Welcome back to Better Writing in 5, your favorite place to find tips that help you keep writing—even when your schedule’s as packed as a holiday shopping mall. We get it—life is busy. Finding time to write can feel impossible, but here’s the secret: a solid writing routine. The best part? These routines […]
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Hey writers! Welcome back to Better Writing in 5, your go-to spot for tips that help you write more, procrastinate less, and maybe even remember to eat lunch. We know—writing every day sounds impossible when you’ve got a full-time job, a social calendar, and the constant temptation to scroll through TikTok. But guess what? Writing
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Writing is time-consuming, right? Between your day job, social life, and everything else, it can feel like there are just never enough hours in the day to work on your projects. But don’t panic! It’s possible to write smarter, not harder. With a few time-saving hacks, you’ll be cranking out stories faster than you can
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The holidays are fast approaching, and with them come the whirlwind of shopping, family gatherings, and endless social events. But among the hustle and bustle, weekends and holiday downtime can actually be some of your best opportunities to write. It’s all about making the most of the time you do have. Here’s how you can
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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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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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