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Brigid Kemmerer:
How do you deal with writer's block?
Brigid Kemmerer
I force myself to write 250 words, and I tell myself it's okay if they're terrible or if they don't even fit the story. Usually once I write 250 words, I can convince myself to write more, but if not, that's OK. (Even if you only write 250 words a day, you'll have a book written in less than a year.)
Sometimes, though, "writers block" can mean that we don't know where the story is going, so I'll take out a notepad and sketch out where I want the next five chapters to go. Sometimes "writers block" can mean that we've gone in the wrong direction with a character or plot line, and I need to backtrack and fix it before I can move forward.
The only thing you can't edit is a blank page, though, so if you're stuck, try to write 250 words. The only way out is through.
Sometimes, though, "writers block" can mean that we don't know where the story is going, so I'll take out a notepad and sketch out where I want the next five chapters to go. Sometimes "writers block" can mean that we've gone in the wrong direction with a character or plot line, and I need to backtrack and fix it before I can move forward.
The only thing you can't edit is a blank page, though, so if you're stuck, try to write 250 words. The only way out is through.
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Hello, Brigid! I would like to ask what city or place was 'Thicker than water' set in? Thank you and I wish you all the best for your upcoming books!
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Hi Brigid! I've got to start off by saying Defy the night was my first read by you. I grew up loving robin hood and when I heard about your book I knew I had to read it. You did not disappoint, I loved it so much! Here's my question... the chemistry between the two main characters was soo good, will the next book remain YA or are you considering maybe a NA category? A little spice between them would be fantastic!!
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