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10 Resolutions for Writers

1/10/2014

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1.  Write a Writer’s To-Do List- 
In the same way that you organize other aspects of your life: 1.  Going to the dentist 2. Stop by grocery store to buy milk 3.  Call Grandma to see how she is feeling today.  What would your Writer’s To-Do List look like?  1. Rewriting a scene? 2.  Zapping out passive words/voice 3.  Sharpening dialogue?

2.  Pace yourself- 

As you know, Rome was not built in a day and neither was the great American novel.  Do you want to publish something for the sake of saying “I’m published!” Or do you want to be published with integrity and respect?  Anything worth achieving is never easy to obtain, including the patience you need to write your masterpiece.

3.  Soar with the eagles!-  

Get out of your comfort zone and push through your boundaries.  Find the experts in your niche and read as much as you can about how to excel.  Take a workshop on how to improve your writing and your reading skills.

4.  Make Time to Read Everything
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That’s an exaggeration, but the point here is that you have to make time to read and accept the fact that it will help you be a better writer.  Does an omniscient narrator tell your story?  It might be a good idea to focus your reading on best sellers with an omniscient narrator.    Is your story told with a historical backdrop?  Then read books about that part of history.

5.  Make Writer Friends:  

The best editor to a writer is another writer.  Same goes for a reader.  The best beta reader is another good reader who is also a writer.  Writing can be an isolating profession, but it doesn’t have to be.  Make friends!

6.  Get Social:  

Building your social media platform can be an overwhelming task.  Just beginning?  Find 1 or 2 social media outlets like Face book and Twitter and build followers.  Already somewhat established?  Refine your platform with updated material and share it with your readership and other writers. 

7.  Take a Vacation:  

Consider something different this year.  Plan your vacation where a notable Literary Conference will be.  This is a great way to meet agents, publishers, and of course fellow writers.

8.  Create a writers group:  

This is vital to your success as a writer.  One can also save money in editing by getting the counsel from fellow writers.  This is a place that should also be nurturing to the writer’s soul.

9.  Be like Nike and Just Do It!:  

After you have revised and done your best work-Submit it somewhere!  To a publisher, beta-reader, or an agent.

10.  Find inspiration:  

Exposing yourself to performance and movies can jumpstart creativity.

What would you add to the list?

34 Comments
kungphoo link
1/12/2014 11:34:03 pm

Taking a vacation is big.. that will help you rejuice your thoughts!

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Yvonne Brown
1/29/2014 12:37:19 am

Thanks Rob! Where is your next vacation going to be?

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Deanna Heiliger link
1/13/2014 12:58:47 am

These are all really great tips! I do find that the more I read, the better my writing seems to flow!

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Yvonne Brown
1/29/2014 12:38:10 am

Yes Deanna! It is so critical! All esteemed writers emphasize this point all the time.

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Beverley Golden link
1/13/2014 02:51:14 am

Thanks for the simple yet doable tips Yvonne. I typically write from inspiration and am taking an unexpected trip in February, so will look for fellow writers and opportunities while there!

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Yvonne Brown
1/29/2014 12:39:42 am

Sounds great Beverley! Please share what inspired you!

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Denise Patton link
1/13/2014 03:00:04 am

Some excellent tips there ... thank you so much for the inspiration ... have shared on our business facebook page too ... http://www.businessdiscussionforums.com x

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Yvonne Brown
1/29/2014 12:40:16 am

Glad you think so Denise! Thanks for stopping by!

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Meli Horowitz link
1/13/2014 03:27:12 am

Excellent post with great tips. There is so much more to writing than just sitting down at a keyboard!

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Yvonne Brown
1/29/2014 12:41:00 am

Thanks Meli! Sitting down is a part of it and sometimes it is all one can do during a blockage!

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Shanique Clement link
1/13/2014 04:18:52 am

These were all great tips. I particularly liked the one about making time to read. This is such a struggle for me, however I know that reading stimulates the mind and will give me the opportunity to be so much more creative.

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Yvonne Brown
1/29/2014 12:41:52 am

Thanks for your comment Shanique! In our busy world it is so important that we fit reading into it regardless if we are a writer or not.

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Nate
1/13/2014 05:02:52 am

Yvonne,

This is the first time visiting your site. Anyone who comes on for today's post should get alot of value. Great tips for beginning writers and those who have been in the game for awhile. Have a great day ahead!

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Yvonne Brown
1/29/2014 12:42:43 am

Nate! Welcome! So glad you stopped by! I am glad you found value in today's post. Happy Writing!

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Jim Striegel
1/13/2014 07:02:22 am

I admire writers because you really have to think write, rewrite, rejuvenate.

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Yvonne Brown
1/29/2014 12:43:23 am

Thanks Jim--I would say that I do more rewriting than anything else! LOL

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Stephanie Clopton
1/13/2014 07:03:10 am

I never realized until reading your blog how much work really goes into writing even a blog.

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Yvonne Brown
1/29/2014 12:44:04 am

Most certainly Stephanie! Especially if you want to provide valuable and relevant content.

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Marjory Johnson
1/13/2014 07:04:02 am

I would think taking time for yourself, watching movies…this all would be great for your mind to help be clear to hit the keyboard!

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Yvonne Brown
1/29/2014 12:45:25 am

Watching movies can certainly provide incite and inspiration.

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Veronica link
1/13/2014 07:25:14 am

Making writer friends is a great thing to do. It's always great to spend time with like-minded people who can relate to what you go through and be a support system for each other

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Yvonne Brown
1/29/2014 12:47:21 am

Thanks for your comment Veronica! It is always better when we work together.

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Marielle Altenor link
1/13/2014 07:40:29 am

Since I started blogging again I have been ready tons and tons of blog post and I'm learning soo much! And at the same time I'm networking with people when I comment on their post and get to know them.

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Yvonne Brown
1/29/2014 12:47:55 am

Nice to meet you Marielle! Thanks for stopping by!

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Irene
1/13/2014 10:46:03 am

Wow that list is thorough. I would not add a think. I really love a lot of what you say especially about being social, taking a vacation, and having a lot of writer friends!

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Yvonne Brown
1/29/2014 12:48:27 am

Thanks Irene! Glad you find it to be helpful!

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Jennifer Clay link
1/13/2014 11:23:04 am

Thanks for the great tips. I need to start organizing my blog/writing better.

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Yvonne Brown
1/29/2014 12:49:11 am

Thanks for your post Jennifer! It seems to be a never ending job!

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Dov
1/13/2014 12:06:08 pm

I don't do new year resolution ever
I do it as I go

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Yvonne Brown
1/29/2014 12:49:33 am

Good for you Dov!

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Tom Holmberg link
1/13/2014 02:14:21 pm

I like your to do list! The part I liked the best is learning to pace myself so that I do not burn out.

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Yvonne Brown
1/29/2014 12:50:14 am

Thanks for your comment Tom. We are most productive when we are not exhausted and drained.

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Aly link
1/14/2014 12:50:33 am

Love this list! As a new writer, I haven't exactly mastered what it looks like to be a writer. Thank you for sharing!

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Yvonne Brown
1/29/2014 12:50:50 am

Welcome to my blog Aly! Thanks for stopping through! Happy Writing!

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