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There’s no wrong way to write. Whether you’re starting a more. But writing every day is an excellent habit for every
novel or drafting your memoir, many writers have a process writer.”
that’s as unique as the stories they tell. Draw from the
strategies that other successful authors use to develop your Successful authors often recommend writing anywhere and
own. There’s no right or wrong way to start, as long as you’re everywhere you can: at home, on your commute, in a waiting
making progress. room, in the morning or late at night. Ideas can come
anytime, so be prepared — keep a physical notebook, or take
“The blank page is the first major obstacle that any writer quick memos or voice memos in the Notes app on your Apple
comes across. And it’s an obstacle for reasons that seem to be device.
opposite. One, there’s just nothing there. It’s empty. It’s
something that’s… how do you approach nothing and create “I’ve been in the position of writing for the last 20 years. I’ve
something?” said Walter Mosley, author of over 40 books. written through everything,” said Barbara Freethy, a best-
“And the best way to deal with such a major obstacle is to selling author of romance novels. “I’ve written through
ignore that it’s an obstacle and just start writing words.” having small kids, I’ve written in the parking lot of the
baseball game, I’ve written in the dentist office.”
Some writers embrace Mosley’s approach, but others like to
create an intricate plan before they even begin. No matter when you start or the tools you’re working with,
many authors agree the key is to give yourself permission to
Regardless of your approach, it’s helpful to make writing a keep writing. Don’t procrastinate.
daily habit. Consistency can be key to transforming an idea
into a true first draft.
“I always say to new writers that you have to write every
single day even if it’s just for five minutes,” said Aileen Erin,
author of several series of popular Young Adult books. “Once
you get into a routine, have a habit building up the word
count [until] it comes and starts to flow more and more and
