I’ve tried writing a novel, but I always get bogged down. How can I overcome writer’s block?
Writer’s block usually stems from a lack of confidence, and that’s a common malady among newer writers. When writer’s block hits, you can’t let it take control. Don’t run from it (and your novel) by abandoning your book. The only way I know of to overcome writer’s block is to force yourself to sit there at your computer and keep working. If you can’t move forward with your story, try having a dialogue between yourself and one of your main characters. Type this out, just as you would if you were working on the story itself. Ask the character what the problem is, and see if he or she will tell you. I know this may sound silly, and maybe this isn’t the technique that will work for you. But the point is, you’ve got to keep working until the block lifts. Even if you don’t feel that you’re accomplishing anything, keep working. Otherwise writer’s block will hook its claws into you and you’ll never get that book finished. The good news is, as you gain confidence in your writing, you’ll find th
