5 Tips to Overcoming Writer’s Block

May 14th, 2009 Writing by with 1 Comment

Mike OwensBy Mike Owens

I don’t know what to write!

All writers have moments when the brick wall looks more inviting than the keyboard. That’s why I decided to share some ideas on how to overcome the most common problem among writers.

1. Don’t become a writer

If you don’t think you can handle the stress of not knowing what to write and you can’t make deadlines, stop before you start.


2. Distract Yourself

Get outside. Play a game. Draw a picture. With the vast amounts of stimulating activities, you should never have writer’s block for long.


3. Read a Book

This may sound like a distraction, but it’s not. Good writers are better readers. Read your favorite authors from the genre you’re working on, and look for key examples of plot, structure, or character development that can propel your story forward.


4. Just Write

Often writers’ block is caused by over-analysis of the story or work; a lack of focus, or endless hours of staring at a screen. The cure: push on, write, and come back to edit later.


5. Move On

Sometimes there’s nothing else to be done. Put your story aside, take a deep breath, and brace yourself to look at your to-do list that’s been piling up. Then, if you’re to-do list doesn’t prompt you to keep writing, it’s really time to quit.

Now you no longer have an excuse for that unfinished manuscript. Give some of these a try and see if you get past the initial wall to the greener grass on the other side.

Mike Owens is a Solutions Advisor for the WinePress Group. He specializes in helping authors decide the best method of publishing their book.

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