When You Need To Take A Step Back
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Imogen Elvis
Imogen Elvis
Do you ever have those days when you’re working away like the diligent writer you are, but the words just won’t come
Why Writers Need A Community
by Imogen Elvis
Imogen Elvis
Writing is such a solitary activity. When we sit down at our keyboards, we are, ideally, alone with just our thoughts and
Staying Motivated When You HAVE To Write
by Imogen Elvis
Imogen Elvis
We’re heading into the final ten days of Camp NaNoWriMo and if you’re anything like me, you’re probably feeling a bit tired
It’s Ok. Bad Writing Doesn’t Make You A Bad Writer
by Imogen Elvis
Imogen Elvis
This week, I wrote the first scene in my Camp NaNoWriMo novel that I was actually pleased with. I know. It only
4 Free Online Resources for Writers
by Imogen Elvis
Imogen Elvis
One of the best things about being a writer and being online is the fact that there are so many great free
Bad First Drafts Are Just Part Of The Process
by Imogen Elvis
Imogen Elvis
First drafting is my favourite part of the writing process. I love discovering the story for the very first time, getting to
3 Practices To Help You Combat Self Doubt
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Imogen Elvis
Have you ever sat at your computer and wondered whether you were actually good at writing? Or wondered if anyone would ever
Some Useful Tips To Help You Conquer Camp NaNoWriMo
by Imogen Elvis
Imogen Elvis
Camp NaNoWriMo has just begun, a fact which I am super excited about. This will be my thirteenth Camp, and I just
Finding Focus: Learning To Tame My Squirrel Brain
by Imogen Elvis
Imogen Elvis
Have you ever found yourself watching a movie, but you’re also on your phone organising Pinterest boards when you’re supposed to be
Writing Is A Patience Game
by Imogen Elvis
Imogen Elvis
To write is to be patient. Incredibly patient. the writing process alone takes forever. You write the first draft. then put it away
5 Reasons For Your Writer’s Block And How To Get Past Them
by Imogen Elvis
Imogen Elvis
I’m pretty sure that most of us have experienced writer’s block at some point or another. It’s that dreadful feeling where the
Is It Really About How Fast You Write?
by Imogen Elvis
Imogen Elvis
I struggle with comparisonitis A LOT. It’s a dreadful mindset where I compare myself unfavourably with other writers, how much they’re doing,
Are Cliches In Books Always Bad?
by Imogen Elvis
Imogen Elvis
I’m sure we can all think of at least a few tropes in books that have been used so often that they’ve
Why I’m Rebuilding My Reading Habits
by Imogen Elvis
Imogen Elvis
When I was younger, and life was a smidgen less hectic, I used to read a lot. And when I say a
Why Handwriting Still Has A Place In My Writing Process
by Imogen Elvis
Imogen Elvis
As writers, we have some of the best tools available to us. From Scrivener to Dragon Dictation, online thesauri and websites full
Customising Your Camp NaNoWriMo Cabin Experience
by Imogen Elvis
Imogen Elvis
Welcome to part three of my post series on Camp NaNoWriMo! I am a long time fan of Camp NaNoWriMo, and in
