Louise TondeurLouise Tondeur

Louise Tondeur is a writer and creative writing tutor. Her latest book is a short story collection, Unusual Places. She also publishes writing guides including How to Write a Novel and Get It Published. You can find out more at The Small Steps Guides or at her author website.
It Might Be Time for a Reality Check on Your Writing Goals
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Goal-setting is much like the Alcoholic’s Prayer: accept what’s beyond our control, assess what we’re able to change, and know ...
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Is Your Writer’s Block Really Writer’s Indecision?
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When facing decisions in your writing, it helps to identify which questions have lower stakes and which ones are preventing ...
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The Myth of Plan First and Write Later
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You don’t have to choose between planning and "simply writing." Do both, at different times, all the way through the ...
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