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A Goodreads user asked Grace A. Johnson:

How do you get out of writers block? I'm currently writing a book with my sister, and I'm stumped right now. It's a Christian romance. If that helps

Grace A. Johnson Boy, do I know the feeling! Sometimes I end up with writers' block because the scene I'm working on just ain't doing it—whether because of a plot hole or because I don't have a clear idea of what's supposed to happen in that scene. In those cases, what helps me is reading over what I've written recently and just taking some time to brainstorm! I love talking (to myself, admittedly) about my stories, putting together Pinterest boards, and listening to songs that fit the story to help me get a better grasp of what's going on in my story! Once I've figured out how to fix the plot or continue the scene, writing flows much easier!

In the cases where I have writers' block because of a lack of motivation on my part, what I need to do is fall in love with the story again and get excited to push through the block. That also happens by getting inspiration for my story (Pinterest being the chief), as well as taking a break to read a different book, work on a different project, or dump some of my thoughts on the story in a blank doc and just see what I come up with!

It also helps to have some reader/writer friends to help encourage you, brainstorm, or even give you feedback (because sometimes writers' block comes from having a low view of your writing and not wanting to continue)!

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