'I make myself work every day regardless of whether it’s a productive day or not. That way I know I will be at my keyboard when the logjam finally breaks.' ~Sara Paretsky
Sara Paretsky is an American author of crime fiction.

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'I make myself work every day regardless of whether it’s a productive day or not. That way I know I will be at my keyboard when the logjam finally breaks.' ~Sara Paretsky
Sara Paretsky is an American author of crime fiction.
Things That Make Me Want To Write
Sometimes I do things that make me want to write. Other times, they remind me that I should be writing. Here are a few things that inspire me to get back to the page.
How Writers Use The 4 Main Characters As Literary Devices
by Amanda Patterson Who are the four main characters in fiction? We explore how these character roles function as literary devices—and how you can use them to strengthen your stories. One of the easiest ways to tell if you have a plot, and not just a story idea, is by looking at the characters you’ve included in your story. You need to pay special attention to the four main characters who give…
Why Embracing Your Inner Madness Makes You A Better Writer
You don’t have to be crazy to be a writer, but using your imagination and embracing unusual ideas can help you become a more creative and interesting storyteller.
Here are 30 fresh writing prompts for June 2026 to inspire your creativity, challenge your imagination, and keep your writing practice on track. We hope our prompts and resources help you write more often and with greater confidence.
Writers Write shares creative writing prompts and resources for writers. Use these 30 writing prompts for June 2026 to beat writer’s block a
45 Ways To Avoid Using The Word ‘Very’— The original 'very' post.
Good writers avoid using words like ‘very’ and ‘really too often. Use these 45 alternatives to ‘very’ to make your writing stronger, clearer, and more interesting to read.