Sara Nović
If I'm stuck on something, I try to talk it out with a few trusted "writing buddies"--sometimes just trying to explain what the problem helps me figure out how to fix it.
Reading a lot helps, too. I know some writers who feel they are too suggestible if they read a lot while they're writing, but that doesn't really happen to me--usually reading a good book makes me want to write again.
If none of that works, I get up and wash dishes or go for a walk. When it's in-season, I watch a lot of baseball; it keeps me entertained, but leaves some room for thinking, too.
Reading a lot helps, too. I know some writers who feel they are too suggestible if they read a lot while they're writing, but that doesn't really happen to me--usually reading a good book makes me want to write again.
If none of that works, I get up and wash dishes or go for a walk. When it's in-season, I watch a lot of baseball; it keeps me entertained, but leaves some room for thinking, too.
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James Scarlett-lyon
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Sara Nović:
I spent a month in the Balkans last Sept, (Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia, Herzegovina and Montenegro), and plan to return next spring. I truly loved the Balkans. I've been doing some reading of Balkan history and some novels, (Ivo Andric). I'm assuming you wrote this book from some measure of personal experience of the war. I'd like to know more about your experience and any books about the Balkans you would recommend?
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