One big difference between successful authors and writers who aspire to be successful authors is that successful authors find the time to write. Life offers many responsibilities and distractions, especially with the advent of the 24X7 devices that tether us to the Internet. So be it...that is what we have in 2023. So we adapt.
Ten Time Tips from Writing Pros:
1. Set writing time on your daily schedule and keep it. Even 20 minutes can be productive.
2. Use short amounts of time to get something done.
3. Use drive time and waiting-in-line time to put pieces together.
4. Writing gets done in your mind, so when you are doing mindless chores, use your mind to write.
5. Write when you are exercising. Bonus points as exercise makes your mind work better for writing.
6. Keep a pocket notebook or your phone to write down ideas when they occur to you.
7. Get up earlier and use that time to write.
8. Spend less time wanting to write and use that time actually writing.
9. Spend time considering how you are using your time and invest in more productive choices.
10. Find a source of inspiration and motivation to write more now.
On that last item, I recommend signing up for a writers conference. We would love to have you at the Santa Barbara Writers Conference June 18-23, of course.
Looking forward to being with fellow writers can be a great motivator to get your novel or memoir written...or begun. Or a few more stories cranked out.
We promise you a magical week focused on writing, marketing and networking.
A week of crafting and camaraderie is well worth your time.
