Last week, I was so stuck on my novel. I knew where I wanted to go, but I just couldn’t get the words on the paper. Then, I found these cures.
Here’s some ways to cure writer’s block that work for me, and that you should try out.
1. Create a playlist for your book
This is one of my favorite things to do. It’s almost like a soundtrack for your book. I find it’s easier to visualize what you’re writing when you have something to enhance it. Plus it’s just really fun!
Alternatively, you could go a step further and make playlists for your characters.
2. Make character mood boards
Here’s a mood board I made for one of my characters!
As you can see, it gives you a glimpse into who the character is. This can be really helpful when you’re stuck with writer’s block. By looking closer into your characters, you get a better understanding of the book as a whole.
3. Read a book
Sometimes the best thing you can do is just step away from your book, and reading something else can help generate ideas. If you’re having trouble writing, shut your laptop, pick up a book, and read for 30 minutes. Come back to your book once your done, and see if it cleared your mind.
4.Work on characterization
Sometimes, building your characters is an automatic cure for writer’s block. By making your characters come alive, you create new ideas and it’s easier to imagine your characters in different situations.
If all else fails, just step away from your book. Sometimes you won’t be able to think, and that’s okay! Go easy on yourself. You don’t have to write constantly in order to be a good writer. Take a breather, step away from your book, and come back to it later.
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