if you don't have time to write...watch this

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Жыл бұрын

Do you wish you had more time to write? Is your writing time constantly disrupted by someone or something demanding your attention? Do you feel overwhelmed when you look at your schedule and see your writing time get pushed off the table again and again? I feel your pain. It’s not easy when your schedule is packed with work or school or basic adult responsibilities. In this video, I’m going to share three lifesaving techniques I have learned over the years that have helped me to not only MAKE TIME for writing, but also help me to show up with better ideas and more creativity.
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@theghostrainbow1864 Жыл бұрын

My alarm goes off at 4:40am so I can get up, get my coffee, wake up for a few minutes, and then my "writing time" is from 5am-6am. It doesn't mean I actually get any writing done during that hour, it just means I set aside that time for working on my novel - whether it's re-reading/editing what I've already got, brainstorming, or just keeping connected to my project. And some days I get a lot of writing done and I'm inspired enough to write later in the day as well, if I can find the time and energy later. Some days I can only get in 30 minutes, but the important thing is to make time every day. It's my favorite part of the day and is honestly fulfilling in ways nothing else is. :)

@Endohell Жыл бұрын

but when do you go to bed?

@theghostrainbow1864 Жыл бұрын

@@Endohell I try to be asleep by 9 or 10. It's typically closer to 10:30. But I'm at the point in life where 6 or 7 hours is adequate.

@ihateithereyk2017 Жыл бұрын

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@Theodora._.loveshappiness 25 күн бұрын

Thank you. I'm gonna do this from 3-4am, everyday.

@VXMasterson Жыл бұрын

"Think about your story constantly" Bro I am never not thinking about it One thing I like to remind myself is that working on my story is my main thing. Even though my job physically takes up a majority of my waking hours, it's not where I am at mentally or emotionally most of the time. I'm always looking forward to working on the story, it's so prevalent in my day-to-day that I can't even fathom calling it my side thing. Writing is a hobby, sure, but my story is definitely one of the main aspects of my life.

@heatherfits Жыл бұрын

I love that you admitted that!!! Me Too!!! I am so glad to know that your story consumes you too.🤣 My characters are some of my favorite people. I enjoy talking about them; if I get the chance. I thought that might be disturbing, for others. However, I have found that "some" people let me and will actually ask questions about my book/s. Not family though. (I can't quite figure that out, but it's okay.) I do so badly want to become an author, but at this time, I am a writer and a creator. And, that makes me happy.

@robynevershed9292 Жыл бұрын

I was wondering, how can I landscape my day?

@robynevershed9292 11 ай бұрын

I was wondering, what do you mean where you are emotionally and mentally means? You don’t have to mention anything personal I just want some clarification as to what you mean.

@chhayapandey5926 Жыл бұрын

Hey Abbie, respect from India 🇮🇳.

@sameerahmedhaf Жыл бұрын

Mee too

@chethaspai7096 Жыл бұрын

Same

@kunjanmittal5086 Жыл бұрын

Same

@chlosakura101 Жыл бұрын

Girl how did you know I've been struggling to find enough time to sit down and write?! Thank you so much ahhh 💓💓

@mallorycarpinski1160 Жыл бұрын

Abbie just know. She always knows.

@dxtamilan9887 Жыл бұрын

Good job abbie you reply many people comments thank you.

@TheAlinerostvet Жыл бұрын

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@robynevershed9292 Жыл бұрын

How can Ilandscape my day?

@CoutureCr0chet Жыл бұрын

I dont write every day… maybe every three days. But I am CONSTANTLY planning and plotting in my head. When I finally do get to write I am 100x more efficient because I think about my story SO often

@wastrouss Жыл бұрын

I talk to myself ALL the time, too, Abbie! I even practice dialogue in my characters' voices! Apparently, Charles Dickens did the same thing, he would practice the story and scenes in front of a mirror (also guilty).

@heatherfits Жыл бұрын

Omgosh! All the time. I will hear myself outloud, while making my coffee, "but WHY does she..." (fill in the blank.)😂 Or, "Omgosh. That's so good!"

@MaxW0lf Жыл бұрын

I have done step 3 almost all my life, since i was a kid. I used to create fictional games and develop characters in my imagination. I talk to myself as well! 🤣 sometimes i am shocked even at my own plot, is so hilarious. I still have this story that seems cool and amazing but i don't know how to put it into words. Is like i can but no, such a conflict! Thanks abby, you have inspired me to start writing more and more. I have done stories but i just end up deleting them because i get like tired or get another idea and mixed them up! Still thanks, i'll try and take this steps to improved, have seen all your other vids too. Amazing! Never thought someone has words i cannot say...

@mallorycarpinski1160 Жыл бұрын

I am trying to work on writing more but I really want to learn piano. So I planned to work on writing in the summer (I home school my children as well so that's when I have more free time) and I have been practicing piano now. But the exact advice that Abbie is giving about not taking the need to do it every day so seriously is helping me with that. I used to just give up practicing something like that when I wouldn't have time for it everyday, but it's really not a reason to give up and I'm still making progress this way. Also, organizing to find your free time, YESSSS! It's there, find it!

@EyeBallMonster Жыл бұрын

I just want to say thanks for the advice. I recently wanted to write a fanfiction for a while but life keep filling my schedule but after watching you video I realized if I plan I actually would have lots of time to write it. Thanks so much for making this video and I hope you have a great day 👍

@mx-7i-0n5 Жыл бұрын

You love fanfiction Count me In

@LaserLady Жыл бұрын

My 2023 New Year's Resolution was to start writing my years long book idea and I stumbled across this amazing channel! Beyond becoming my favorite writing content to watch and re-watch, you have become my life coach! I hope you have a flipping amazing year! PS: You are a bang up graphic designer! If you ever came out with a line of bookmarks, I'd buy the heck out of them!

@bottompercy Жыл бұрын

I hope you can finish your book! I'm trying to do that too. Good luck to both of us 😂

@heatherfits Жыл бұрын

I have been working on the same book for 5 years.🤦🏼‍♀️ I have created about 12+ more book ideas since then. Whenever a new idea comes to mind, I immediately write down all the characters, scenes, and dialogue for the new book/s. Therefore, I write according to whomever speaks to me at the time. It sounds chaotic, but I can not seem to control who's taking over real estate in my head.

@barretthighschool9508 Жыл бұрын

I lost the fun and excitement in writing my story because I got so serious about it. Thank you, Abbie, for helping me let go!

@filonarafinja Жыл бұрын

"If there's a will there's a way... If you want to you can" This helps really well when you know that writing is a WANT for you

@thefatbat5556 Жыл бұрын

Things I don't need to do? Like watching Abbie videos? Forget that, I like hearing you talk, you and Kate both, I'm a total addict. I'm constantly thinking about my story. Thinking about book 2, book 3, book 4, I'm still working on book 1. So distracting. Got plenty of time though, thanks to a car wreck back in August, I won't be able to afford an editor for a few more years. I don't want to go further into debt for a project that may not pay out. So yeah, with any luck I'll have all of them at least outlined before then. Progress is slow, but progress is progress.

@HahaGirly1212 Жыл бұрын

I am very young and unable to join any patreon community due to my parents rules, I have been writing a story, I’ve been planning it. I’ve planned the plot, the characters and their desire, fear and misbelief. I feel like I’ve done most the stuff I need but when I get to the blank page all my inspiration seems to fly out the window, I’ve rewritten the first five paragraphs like three times, it kills me because I have so many ideas but I struggle getting them out on the page. I’ve written before but none of my ideas have felt this strong, I’m really stuck and need answered but I cannot join what I need to answer these questions. The amount of book ideas I have written in my notes is absurd, I just can never get them on the page😢I LOVE writing it brings me joy and when I am not currently writing something I lose my mind. I love Abbie she’s so great and I hope I can get past this writers block❤❤😖oy

@user-hf6fm1lo2b Жыл бұрын

Have you seen the video about writing the first chapter?

@brookecbell Жыл бұрын

I actually do my writing before I go to bed that’s usually where I get most of my inspiration. I mean I do write in the day but at night it’s just stronger. Thanks Abbie this helped a lot! I love your videos!

@VideoGameRoom32 Жыл бұрын

A writer might have to sacrifice something they do like watch a TV show on KZfaq videos. You can write during your lunch hours at work or late at night while your family is sleeping. 30 min to 60 mins of writing is better than no writing a day. Is writing your passion and a career? How important is finishing your book?

@unicorntomboy9736 Жыл бұрын

I am aiming to be freelance/self-employed this year

@JayDay04 Жыл бұрын

Abbie your tips are soo good! You changed the way I think about writing and the way I write. I really needed this video, I can only write on weekends, but that's alright, as long as I have that little small bit of time for myself. Thanks!

@andreamazzeo4306 Жыл бұрын

These suggestions are universal. Honestly, time management should be taught at school.

@soringontariu4799 Жыл бұрын

I've gotta say, thank you so much, I'm so glad that I've discovered your channel, it helped me a lot write my story. It's not over yet, but still, it means a lot to me

@aarspi Жыл бұрын

For some reason I’m the most mentally productive for writing while at work, because my job is very mindless. Due to that, I constantly think of my stories, and started bringing notepads, and practically write chapter by chapter by hand. It’s not the official written document, but it’s something.

@mallorycarpinski1160 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for making me feel better about talking to myself! I've done that since I was young, and I knew I wasn't crazy because I was just organizing my thoughts. But I still felt self conscious about it.

@kaleidawillen6561 Жыл бұрын

Frist of all I just want to say that I love this channel. Finding time to write is hard. I have a full time job and need to find space for my writing all the time. I sit down on odd occations even though I'm not inspired, somehow I transpire words anyway. Even though I didn't think I was going to write, I do. It all starts with one sentence. With little time on my hands I think you have to push through the uninspired phase by force. It works for me anyway. Thank you for your inspiring videos!

@AntPictures Жыл бұрын

When I was starting to watch this video I was thinking: "this is going to be one of those videos listing all those things I already know about", but it happened to be quite refreshing actually! The way you talk about the subject is so positive and inspiring! That little burst of energy is definitely going to be helpful. Thanks!

@jujuoof174 8 ай бұрын

LOVE your channel and all of your tips! You are a life savior!

@daewinneko1165 Жыл бұрын

Abbie made me realise to continue my dream...i saw many of your videos and seriously those templates you made,make my life easier... I have goals writing light novel,make it into comic...and hope it will be animated and will be adapted...i manifest it.

@nancywakeley9853 Жыл бұрын

Just discovered your immersive writing sessions--Love Them!

@chaosreads Жыл бұрын

This video was very helpful, I've started trying to block out time for my writing and stop spending time on unnecessary things and this is just the guideline I needed.

@ProfessorBurlingame Жыл бұрын

It's all about making priorities. I couldn't agree more.

@ericcartrette6118 Жыл бұрын

I'm a disabled veteran. I have wanted to write a book for most of my life. In 2020, the VA sent me back to school to get out of a job that was aggravating my disabilities. Since I had to make a change as I entered my 50's, and step out of a 20-year career, I chose writing. My children are raised now. My wife is still working. Why not go back for writing? I graduated from college last year and left my job soon afterward so I can write. I have all the time in the world, right?! Well, I should. But I don't write every day like I have been told. I let many other things get in the way, even if it is KZfaq videos. One problem I face in my current project is that I started it for a grade in college and I don't know where to take it. I never had a clearcut ending in mind. Now, I think my characters are wandering around, lost in the woods with a very powerful adolescent Elf girl to save. 🤣 I seriously need to come up with an outline to get it back on track. Trying to think it through is causing me to stall out with writing. But I have stepped away from this story to focus on turning a screenplay that I wrote into a short story. It's a neat little challenge.

@superfluityme Жыл бұрын

Perhaps you need a notebook to write down ideas and go do anything other than write and use your imagination to build your story?

@ericcartrette6118 Жыл бұрын

@@superfluityme you're right. I seriously need a notebook. Some great ideas come to me when I'm doing something else. By the time I can record it, I've forgotten what I worked out in my head.

@lisapeart8369 Жыл бұрын

Hi Eric I would recommend as well, the outline style of “Save the cat writes a novel.” Here’s a link of someone breaking it down for you; kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sNWBiKeLns7LlX0.html. I personally find it very helpful, especially with, as you mentioned, the challenge of figuring out how the story ends. This tool answers that.

@ericcartrette6118 Жыл бұрын

@@lisapeart8369 thanks! I'll check it out.

@robynevershed9292 Жыл бұрын

I was wondering if writing down the things I do and the times I do them is helpful to make progress?

@sarahs1368 Жыл бұрын

Thoughtful, practical, doable tips! Thanks Abbie!

@anthonyo.thector32 5 ай бұрын

Thanks, Abbie. Your such valuable contents, your teaching style, and your always -ready smile when you speak, makes this channel so special. Thank you.🙏

@jamescarvey2133 Жыл бұрын

Thanks ...watching this video for a second time and I find myself talking to myself( As usual) Something you said that really resonates with me is your tip, " Write when your not writing." I have decided to send lengthy text messages to myself to capture my thoughts and allow me to keep on track in the most unlikely of places. Thanks again you once again for being the voice of reason, something which is become pretty indispensable, in my writer's journey.🙏🙏🙏🙏

@danxp1090 Жыл бұрын

Abby, you're an amazing person, thank you for your advice. I also talk a lot to myself - it's useful for so many things

@CharlieMoreno1995 Жыл бұрын

Wow, literately! that is me growing up I used to talk to myself all the time thinking about my stories! It really helps thinking in the story you are working on while you are doing a physical task.

@KEP1983 Жыл бұрын

Funny that you posted this today. I graduated nursing school last month and just took my boards today (the NCLEX) at the same time you posted this up (1 pm eastern time). It looks like I passed, but I'll find out officially in a few days. So I'm about to have A LOT more free time. Nursing school was 24x7. Now I'm done. I don't have to study nearly every moment that I'm home now. Not only that, but most nurses work three days per week (three 12 hour shifts, four days off). I plan on writing a *bunch* on those days off. We'll see how that really goes!

@MarvelMTs Жыл бұрын

Hi Abbie! My tugboat book series is entering the final draft of planning the world build, this being the final stop before the early manuscript writing begins. So this video’s upload timing is fantastic, thank you!

@Stellarfront Жыл бұрын

Amazing time management points to spend time for your passion!

@LydiaDeetz-lg5fm Жыл бұрын

I swear Abbie has a video for every problem I have as an aspiring writer

@ouyang5393 Жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness this is exactly what I've been struggling with! Thank you so much Abbie

@FireCaT- Жыл бұрын

Same

@treasurearhewoh327 Жыл бұрын

I'm a student And I have classes back to back🥺😭😭😭😭 this video is so for me

@daniellebrita6154 Жыл бұрын

Loved this video, thanks Abbie!

@ilovelpsv16 Жыл бұрын

After long days in university and work I do find it hard to write. Every time I have the chance to write I do it, since I feel so good doing it. Thank you ❤

@gabriellabatel Жыл бұрын

This was so perfect, thank you so much!

@brandonwright5923 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the advice. I would love to focus more on writing.

@riekienuses6675 Жыл бұрын

I just started watching your videos yesterday 😁 and I totally fell in love 🥰💖💖.... thanks sooo much, your videos are powerful ✨💯

@gurusakiwrites666 Жыл бұрын

I love you, Abbie. Thank you for the advice and tips. I love writing so much because of you. You're my inspiration.

@Heothbremel Жыл бұрын

Super useful and reassuring that I'm on the right path :)

@lindagutierrez5409 Жыл бұрын

Abbie you and Kate are beautiful ladies and have added value to my life. So appreciate your insights. Why does it matter, so good. I take care of my 92 year old mom, and it’s all the little things I get to do, that matter to her. She’s the love of my life. Thank you for what you love to do😀 I love to write because it feels good, makes me smile.

@Hyperb2002 Жыл бұрын

Glad I'm not the only one who talks to himself about story ideas.

@alicial4857 Жыл бұрын

Those are some awesome tips. Thanks, Abbie.

@worthfightingfor2299 Жыл бұрын

This was SO GOOD!! Thank you!!! (Oh, and the editing on this video was fire! I love the little glimpses of your life 😊)

@robynevershed9292 Жыл бұрын

I was wondering, how can I landscape my day?

@azizalarrie28yearsago8 Жыл бұрын

We love you Abbie!!!!!!

@Daniel_Montenegro Жыл бұрын

You're amazing, Abbie. Thank you once again for helping us!

@robynevershed9292 Жыл бұрын

I was wondering, how can I landscape my day?

@_nexxer__ Жыл бұрын

Love all your videos! 🎉

@stebbigunn7690 Жыл бұрын

I try to write every time I am free. and when I am at work or doing something eles I try to think about a new story or how to continue an old one. Amazing work you are doing here, I have been looking over old storyes I have written after lostening to youre channel, and I must admit, I see a drastic improvement to my storyes.

@dlarri Жыл бұрын

omg i just looked (like rly looked) at ur sub count and i was stunned, still rmber when u only had 2k subs! congratulations and good work :) may ur hard work pay off even more in the future :D Also thank you for the video!

@alexsalikovnz7530 Жыл бұрын

That's a great video! ☺Thank you!

@joeytaxes8673 Жыл бұрын

That voice......you're killing it!

@redslither6551 Жыл бұрын

when i go to write, i pick somewhere with no tv, and i put away my phone and dont bring books. lol But i also daydream alot about my story too randomly through out the day, my laptop is always nearby in case i need to get something down. Great Video, good stuff.

@georginakosi5411 Жыл бұрын

8:11 - 8:51 THAT'S ME 24/7!!! I ALWAYS ALWAYS TALK TO MYSELF ABOUT IDEAS & STORIES, I TALK TO MYSELF LIKE...A LOT😂😂😂 And I'm not even sorry! God has sent me on this path in life, which led me to find your channel...and continuing it and not giving up WAS THE BEST DECISION IN 2023! I AM SO THANKFUL FOR YOU ABBIE!! My writng without your channel would be...a piece of garbage basicaly😁😁😆

@bookishwriter9460 Жыл бұрын

I recommend the Pomodoro-technique for getting the stuff you need to get done more effectively. It doesn't require calender blocking or anything else that could lead to overthinking to all those chronic overthinkers out there. Or people who are mentally ill and sometimes just don't get anything done because they're having a bad day which would lead to the whole schedule crumbling to dust if you're planning for several days ahead :D

@hamsafarhan5434 Жыл бұрын

I have little time to write so these tips might help Thank you so much! 😊

@RachelRoseEstrebilla 9 ай бұрын

"I would rather be an enthusiastic amateur than a miserable master." Will definitely be putting this on a post-it in my room. Love this!

@jane.simplywrites Жыл бұрын

Perfect timing. ❤

@bottompercy Жыл бұрын

This is good advice (the beginning especially). I had to figure this out on my own recently 😅 I was majoring in psychology, but I realized that even though I like psychology, it was only ever a backup to writing. Because I have so much passion and excitement and creativity for writing and storytelling. And since being a novelist doesn't require a degree, i was getting a BS of psychology just to have options. But I figured out that i would HATE psychology if I majored in it and put my writing aside. So i talked to my counselor and switched to an English major with a focus on creative fiction writing (one of my main hang ups with an English degree was that i HATE creative nonfiction and essays and most English classes are a lot of that) I'm taking like 5 writing classes next year but I'm already so much happier about it. TL;DR Abby is 100000% right that you need to do what you love and cut out the things that aren't helpful. I love this channel ❤

@ACPritchard Жыл бұрын

appreciate your videos. somehow i've figured out how to write on my 15 min breaks at work, sometimes I manage to fire out almost a page but to get to this point it took discipline lol. that, and about a half hour of instrumental music before each break to clear my mind. keep up the good work! ps: I have a good video idea for you, but I would also like to hear your thoughts on a one-line summary of my story. if you reply ill pitch the line, but heres the video idea anyway: using symbolism as a deeper tool for storytelling. not only foreshadowing, but creating archetypes within your own story and using real world baggage to help readers draw subconscious conclusions. i can go into more detail, but a good simple example would be a smart character with owl-like descriptions in the details since in the real world owls can be viewed as knowledge keepers. probably a terrible example lol anyway good day!

@jproog41 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video AND thanks for sharing the latin root of Amateur. Have a sparkling day!!

@doodlenator4308 Жыл бұрын

Very good practical advice.!

@rubyred207 Жыл бұрын

great video!! thanks abbie!!

@piinktart Жыл бұрын

I need this video! Thank you 🤗

@Tandin-mv1xi Жыл бұрын

I want yo watch you more, Abbie. I mean that I am a bhutanese but you become my favorite 😍

@swiftstar2169 Жыл бұрын

Abbie, you remind me so much of Lizzy Bennet 🤗 You are so passionate about what you believe and what you do and your smile is a lot like (2005) her's. plus, I love her and I love you. you just kinda have the same energy.

@LadyAlmariel 9 ай бұрын

I can't believe I'm not alone in "thinking about my story constantly and talking about it to myself" !!! It's literally how I work when I can't write

@anandaferraresi Жыл бұрын

About the third tip: the things I usually do in my free time that I should be pushing aside to write, I started doing them as a reward after hitting a certain goal count, e.g.: 1 episode of Friends after one thousand words in, or go out with my sister after 1500 words in, and so on so forth. Helps. A. Lot!!

@oliviagentles8238 Жыл бұрын

Love your videos

@lindagutierrez5409 Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@lilheartgirlthewattpader2945 Жыл бұрын

This video is very helpful ❤🎉

@GrandpaasMp37987 Жыл бұрын

I have been the greatest fan of yours I love your content

@rinina9452 Жыл бұрын

I wish I was better at the time/color blocking system. I see it and almost revolt against it bc it’s there telling me I have to do this haha like I’m rebelling the time clock tick tock… time/color blocking mockery be damned! 😂 great video thanks you so much!! Always great stuff!! ❤

@Queennumen Жыл бұрын

I took a little week break from my novel to rewrite one of my fanfic and I binged write for two days

@trinaq Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your advice, Abbie. I try to get some writing done every day, even if it's only a paragraph.

@amburbyler7721 Жыл бұрын

I’m both an artist and a writer…the conflict of deciding which one to do is excruciating

@destroyerinazuma96 Жыл бұрын

I follow the anything goes rule. If I manage to scribble something for five minutes while commuting, I already find that great.

@starghost777 Жыл бұрын

As always, brilliant. Thank you.

@unicorntomboy9736 Жыл бұрын

I am currently working on a beginning scene for a science fiction genre prose for a college class, and I need some help. Basically it's about a combat android living on an anti-matter powered 'generation ship' orbiting the moon. How do I make it feel like a science fiction story, since I usually work on fantasy fiction?

@starghost777 Жыл бұрын

Science fiction is about futuristic technology, fantasy is about magick. Do some research for sci-fi themes. It needs to seem scientifically plausible.

@unicorntomboy9736 Жыл бұрын

@@starghost777 I only need to do a beginning scene. It's about an android living on a generation ship in the year 2499 when humanity has become extinct and who dreams of exploring earth It features technologies like anti-matter engines and replicators as the main ones, as well as the advanced androids themselves. I took heavy inspiration from Nier Automata

@dreamer7646 Жыл бұрын

I did all of this without knowing it! Especially the talking to yourself 😂

@Kali_1666 Жыл бұрын

Right on time😳🤯💖

@jocelynpaxson5459 Жыл бұрын

Addie could you maybe do another live writing session this week? I'm sick and I get a whole week off from school, so I finally have time to join a session 😅

@krazykatkaylee Жыл бұрын

:O you run your own business?? That's awesome! Bro you have the life I want to

@JenlovesYu Жыл бұрын

This is great advice, but what I really want to know is how you did that super cute bun.

@kyannanelson3408 Жыл бұрын

Hey Abbie, Subscriber Here I love watching all your videos about writing, I've been writing as a hobby since I was very young... now I want to write and be an author as a career What is your best advice? I'm very passionate and creative about this journey

@longtimenosee4351 Жыл бұрын

This just gave me motivation to do my homework lol

@aletheiannablack 2 ай бұрын

You talk to yourself too? I'm not alone! Yay!

@lanaleighwilkens206 Жыл бұрын

If I can do it anyone can - I homeschool my 6 kids high school down to a 3 yr old. I published my first book in 2020 and at that time it meant waking up early.

@thirstwithoutborders995 Жыл бұрын

Yes, I spend entirely too much time on my phone or watch shows in the evening. To be honest, I am on the computer all day to work, I don't have the energy to type anymore. Wish there was some brain to text programme that writes down as I think about the story while I take a walk.

@robynevershed9292 Жыл бұрын

I was wondering if writing down the things I do and the times I do them every day is helpful for making progress?

@Meggimagine Жыл бұрын

Always keep a notebook and a pen in your bag. You never know when some inspiration for your story might pop up :))

@t0dd000 Жыл бұрын

I know, don't use other authors as barometer, but this is a good comparison: most great works of writing took years to complete. Where the Crawdads Sing (10 years). Cormac McCarthy's latest (16 years from his last book and 40 years in development). I would argue that five to ten years for a novel is more typical than not. At least for the great works So, don't beat yourself up if it is taking time. Best yourself up if you are not putting in the effort. :)

@t0dd000 Жыл бұрын

I have a friend of mine who runs two successful businesses: contractor and catering. He also runs a small farm. And he does a bunch of crafty creative things. And he raised three kids. I once asked him how he finds the time to do all of this. His answer: "Some people spend their time watching TV." And he left it at that. A powerful statement. Examine what you spend time on and trim the fat.

@nicholasxxx5729 Жыл бұрын

Can you please do a video on ways to craft Love Interests❤️😩

@Sarawinky Жыл бұрын

thank you

@jamescarvey2133 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for these very practical tips but when you changed your voice you scared the pants off me. Reminiscent of a movie I saw many moons ago-The exorcist. Jokes aside this video is a genuine sit-up and think and then restructure. Much appreciated Abbie🙏🙏🙏

@jamescarvey2133 Жыл бұрын

I'm all ears...do share, Please, Please, Please🙏🙏🙏