Goodreads asked Lorel Clayton:

How do you deal with writer’s block?

Lorel Clayton I don't believe in it. A 'block' means you need to work out something in the story, to think on things. I admit, I used to futz around with my writing, not getting anywhere, sometimes not writing for years, but then I learned it was all because I didn't know what to do next. I needed to learn plot, character development, researching... There's so much you can do besides futzing around that actually helps your book even when you're not ready to write it yet. Now I've developed more of a process and work on several books at a time - and I have less time with my son so I need to be organized! - and that keeps me always busy.

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