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Your Writing Practice. "I can do this." Yes, you can. (Step 2) ❤️

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This week's How To Write The Future podcast episode is up!

Ep. 127: Writing practice. "I can do this." (Step 2)

Link:

https://writersfunzone.com/blog/2024/11/18/writing-practice-i-can-do-this-step-2/

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Friday, Nov. 22, 2024

Hi Friend,

I believe in you. You can write your novel. And edit, and publish. Yes, you can!

That's it.

That's my message for you this week.

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On to the podcast...

Writing practice.

"I can do this."

(Step 2)

“To write a novel, you really need to be able to already be able to sit down and write. Even if it’s just a little bit at a time.”

In this episode, I asking two questions to help you assess where you are with your writing practice and why you should focus on all aspects of writing in step 2 of the Trust Your Creative Heart Roadmap.

To listen or read this episode's transcript, go here (Writer's Fun Zone):

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The How To Write The Future podcast is for science fiction and fantasy writers who want to write positive futures and successfully bring those stories out into the marketplace.

Enjoy!

Next in Ep. 128, I continue my exploration in Step 3 of the Trust Your Creative Heart Roadmap for Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers.

Stay tuned on How To Write The Future podcast.

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