“Unmasking the Myths: Why Following ‘Expert’ Advice Could Be Sabotaging Your Biggest Dreams!”
Writing is a journey as unique as the stories we tell, yet somehow, many of us end up trying to squeeze our creative processes into cookie-cutter molds. Why is that? Aren’t we all just a little too beautifully chaotic to adhere to a single set of writing rules? In her insightful exploration, Anca, a seasoned fantasy author, takes us through the labyrinth of advice doled out by those who’ve claimed to unravel the mystery of successful writing. With seven published books under her belt, she’s tasted the sweet victories and bitter obstacles that accompany the writing life. Often, advice can feel more like a maze than a guidepost—conflicting opinions about writing every day versus finding a balanced rhythm can leave even the most fervent writers spinning their wheels in confusion. So, how do we navigate this sea of well-meaning but potentially misleading advice? Anca invites us to rethink the “one size fits all” mentality and find our own path to creativity. Ready to dive deeper? LEARN MORE.
Writing is not a one size fits all endeavor
Hi. I’m Anca and I write fantasy fiction. So far, I’ve published seven books and learned a lot in the process. If you’re an aspiring writer and you’re struggling, I’m sure you’ve read tons of writing tips online. I know I Googled more than once for various writing tips and tricks. What I didn’t expect was the deluge of rules the experts claimed I needed to follow or else I’d fail.
Who are these experts, you ask? Well, pretty much everyone who published a book and thinks they figured out the key to success. Are they wrong? Not entirely, but it’s a tad more complicated than that.
You see, they all base their advice on their own experience and their measure of success. What worked for them may not work for you. So the more you read, the more confusing it gets.
Beware of absolutes. Some will warn you from the start that you’re not a real writer unless you write every day. Others warn against this strategy as it may lead to burnout. I would argue in this specific instance to find balance.
In my experience, I only saw progress when I wrote consistently (from Monday to Thursday), but I don’t feel pressured to do it every single day. Burnout takes a toll on creativity, at least that has been my experience.
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