Category Archives: Writer’s Block

Finding Inspiration For Your Novel

Posted on January 31, 2017 by Melanie Anne Phillips

By Melanie Anne Phillips We all know that writing is not just about assembling words, but also about assembling ideas. When we actually sit down to write, we may have our ideas all worked out in advance or we may … Continue reading →

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How I Beat Writer’s Block

Posted on February 4, 2016 by Melanie Anne Phillips

After twenty five years as a teacher of creative writing, I finally discovered the cure for writer’s block.  I call it the Idea Spinner Method. It worked so well for me, I turned it into a software tool to make … Continue reading →

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Beat Writer’s Block with Idea Spinner!

Posted on May 17, 2015 by Melanie Anne Phillips

Beat Writer’s Block with Idea Spinner – my new tool for writers! Idea Spinner, my newest product for writers, is being released today for just $19.95. Starting with your initial concept, Idea Spinner sidesteps creative block and helps you quickly … Continue reading →

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How to Beat Writer’s Block

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Melanie Anne Phillips

How to Beat Writer’s Block By Melanie Anne Phillips Creator StoryWeaver, Co-creator Dramatica Download to your Kindle for $2.99 Read the first chapter free: Introduction Writer’s Block:  The two most terrifying words in a profession that deals in vocabulary.  Over my last … Continue reading →

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Finding Your Creative Time

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Sheldon

You sit in your favorite writing chair, by the window, on the porch, or in the study. You wear your favorite tweed jacket with the leather elbow patches, or your blue jeans, or your “creative shoes.” You look around at … Continue reading →

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Finding Your Creative Time

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Melanie Anne Phillips

You sit in your favorite writing chair, by the window, on the porch, or in the study. You wear your favorite tweed jacket with the leather elbow patches, or your blue jeans, or your “creative shoes.” You look around at … Continue reading →

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How to Beat Writer’s Block

Posted on May 13, 2011 by Melanie Anne Phillips

Ever find yourself in a creative log jam? Try the following technique excerpted from the StoryWeaver story development software to help regain your inspiration: 1. Inspiration Inspiration can come from many sources: a conversation overheard at a coffee shop, a … Continue reading →

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