Episode Fifteen: The Season of Writing

Episode Fifteen: The Season of Writing

As the leaves turn golden and the air takes on that crisp autumn feel, I can’t help but notice how much the seasons mirror the writing life. In episode fifteen of Writer Groupie Podcast, I explore how autumn, in particular, is a powerful teacher for us as writers. A few of the items discussed in Ep. 15 *harvesting *pruning and letting go *preparing for winter *the rhythm of seasons So, what season of writing are you in right now? I am in autumn mode, for sure, and I will finish this first draft this season! Have a listen to Episode

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Why Writers Need Vacation (and no, it’s not just for napping)

Let’s talk about vacation and how important that is for writers. Do you feel guilty for taking time out? I used to think that if I wasn’t constantly writing, I wasn’t a real writer. Sound familiar? But here’s what I’ve learned: taking time off, actual, guilt-free vacation time, isn’t slacking. It’s part of the creative process. So, if you’re feeling stuck, crispy, or like your characters are not speaking to you, maybe it’s time for a break. Let’s talk about it. Episode Outline: Intro Let’s be Honest The Magic of Stepping Away How Vacation Helps Your Story Writer’s Guilt is

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