So, I’m a writer. Sometimes.
I mean, I’m writing right now. Want proof? Look at this assemblage of words. If I wasn’t a real writer, would I know how to use a word like “assemblage” in a sentence?
Checkmate.
Well, that’s probably enough writing for today. I did good. I should reward myself with several snacks and a season or two of TV.
While I’m doing that, you should enjoy these Tumblr posts about what being a writer is like.
And then help me because oh God the deadlines are closing in.
15. Always give your characters credit
https://whatsername-a-killjoy.tumblr.com/post/189892403346/outlining-your-novel-is-just-learning-just-how
14. “I don’t like writing, I like HAVING WRITTEN.”
https://myhoniahaaka.tumblr.com/post/189438720331/writers-while-crying-did-you-know-that-you-have
13. It’s already a tight 2,000 pages
12. When being your own boss actually sucks
https://myhoniahaaka.tumblr.com/post/189942336171/writer-demon-write-it-now-or-face-the-writers
11. If you’re not sweating, you’re not writing
10. True story: one time I was commissioned to write a play about animal sex… Google was concerned…
9. There are so many ways for writers to look like psychopaths
8. Your name and date count
https://writerswritecompany.tumblr.com/post/188406324318
7. Why didn’t I burn that when I had the chance…
https://writerswritecompany.tumblr.com/post/189510009791
6. Try repeating it until it loses all meaning
https://fragmentedink.tumblr.com/post/176076009099/that-writer-mood-when-you-squint-and-glare-at-a
5. Can’t I outsource this?
4. Sometimes writing blocks you, sometimes you block writing
3. Ok now that I say this out loud…
2. This is the best idea I’ve had in MINUTES!
1. Remember: nothing’s ever done, it’s just due
What are your tricks for combating writer’s block?
Seriously tell me in the comments, I need to know IMMEDIATELY.
Or don’t. I’m sure I’ll figure it out on my own eventually.
… help…