On Writing : Feeling stuck halfway through your book? You’re not alone. by Ashley Renee Smith

Ashley Renee Smith

Feeling stuck halfway through your book? You’re not alone.

Whether you’re battling shiny object syndrome, perfectionism, or just trying to find the time to write, finishing your novel can feel like an uphill climb. But author Sarra Cannon breaks it all down in this incredibly helpful video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5f7XgCPZGYc

Sarra walks through the real reasons we get stuck, like the dreaded midpoint slump, lack of a clear plan, life overwhelm, and that ever-lurking inner critic, and offers 8 actionable tips to get back on track:

1. Remember Your Why

2. Identify Your Block

3. Break It Down

4. Time-Focus

5. Create a Routine

6. Write Messy

7. Find Support

8. Celebrate Small Wins

Let’s talk about it!

Which of these tips hit home for you? Do you have a strategy that’s helped you finish a draft?

Maurice Vaughan

Fantastic share, Ashley Renee Smith! All of these tips hit home for me, especially "Write Messy."

Kat Spencer

Great post Ashley Renee Smith! This is one of the things I help people do. For some reason, I'm able to help people get unstuck quickly. I love helping people finish their book. It's incredibly fulfilling to see a dream come true.

Ashley Renee Smith

That’s awesome, Kat Spencer!

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