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Writing Resources

Advice, resources, and insights for aspiring and professional writers — from contest roundups to practical tips on making time for the craft.

Fiction Writing Contests

In May 2019, a roundup of fiction writing contests was published with deadlines spanning June through September 2019. The list covered a range of genres and included submission deadlines and entry fees where applicable. Writers were encouraged to review each contest's guidelines carefully before submitting.

Finding Time to Write

The blog has explored the challenge of carving out writing time amid a busy schedule. Practical suggestions included setting small daily word-count goals, using early-morning or late-evening quiet hours, and treating writing appointments as non-negotiable calendar entries.

Overcoming Creative Anxiety

Posts have touched on the inner hurdles writers face — self-doubt, perfectionism, and fear of the blank page. The approach emphasized starting messy, embracing rough drafts, and remembering that every published author began with an imperfect first attempt.