Writer’s Block?

Do you think writer’s block is real or imagined? I believe that every writer can experience a loss of momentum in their story for many different reasons.



One issue may be the lack of knowing where you want the story to go. Another issue may be that there’s not enough substance to the story. It may need a sideline plot to sustain the book. The characters could also be too flat to carry the story.



There are many different reasons for a story to slow down. It happens to everyone. That doesn’t mean you need to give up on your idea. It could just mean that you need to choose a new direction for the plot, especially if you don’t do an outline before writing or if you discover that your outline isn't flowing as you go.



Don’t let a loss of momentum discourage you into trashing your story. Have a brainstorming session with your plot and characters. Write down anything that comes to mind. I bet something will spark back to life. If not, try a different approach. You could try writing in a different setting to get the creative juices flowing. Sit down in a different room while you write, or go outside, maybe go to a coffee shop. Maybe you could combine two story ideas together into one powerful plot. Sit down and do a more detailed character profile. There are lots of different things you can do.


When all else fails, take a break. Get some fresh air. Exercise. Sleep on it. I constantly come up with ideas in my sleep. Something will come to you if you give it some time.


Just don’t give up! “Writer’s block” doesn’t have to be a problem. It could be a blessing. What would have been a mediocre story could turn into something that really stands out after further brainstorming.



Let the muse flow. Just keep writing! It doesn’t have to be perfect. The editing process comes next. ; )


Happy writing!

Want to know what I read?

I'm frequently asked who my favorite authors are. So, here's the answer. I will read anything ever written by Tami Hoag, Dean Koontz or Allison Brennan. I LOVE those authors, absolutely love them.

With that said, I read a whole lot. My favorite genres are romantic suspense, mystery, thriller and horror. Reading is a passionate hobby of mine. If a book is laying around, no matter what type, I will most likely pick it up and give it a try.

Like so many others in the world, I fell in love with TWILIGHT by Stephenie Meyer, so I've been mixing in some paranormal reads lately. I wish I could kiss Stephenie for bringing so many new readers to the business, or for enticing former readers to return. So many people are rediscovering their love of books and that's awesome! Yay for TWILIGHT!

I'm a reviewer for Romance Junkies. http://www.romancejunkies.com I'll let everyone know when I do new reviews if you're interested in my opinion on some of the books I read.

Okay, your turn. Who are your favorite authors?

THE CURSE OF A MIND Blurb

From the killer:

No one knows who I am. I answer to no name. Call me rage. Call me vengeance. I am a punisher, an executioner.

There is no fate I fear. No Heaven or Hell. Existence is my curse and my sentence to serve.

I know who will die next.

I swoop inside, unseen, like an apparition. I will kill you. There’s nothing you can do to stop me.

Death has taken me. I am death. Be prepared for my rage. My curse is coming to you…

There's no hope. The killer is using a marvel in the medical field known as techlepathy, a combination of technology and telepathy to produce a telepathic result. He’s reading their minds.

Chris Chambers is a private investigator with great instincts and a shady past. She’s hardened to life, even more so to people, and as tough as the military trained her to be.

Her team’s newest case is a construction worker by the name of Aidan Wolfe. Someone is trying to kill him, someone with extraordinary gifts.

The killer blames Aidan for the injustices in his life, and he wants revenge. He’s coming for Aidan, Chris and her team. He wants them to all die in a terrifying manner, but first, he’ll make them face their worst fears.

The intensity grows as Chris and Aidan deny a growing attraction for each other while they fight to stay alive. Her life is a constant test of discipline, and he makes her feel totally out of control. There is no middle ground for either of them, but in the end, it may not matter, not if they can’t survive.

Can they win? When faced with the inner demons within, will they want to?