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Re: Writing Thread

[(Anonymous)]

I'm writing a sequel to my latest book, which one of my editors was super enthused about getting. All good. I was in a really good flow, wrote six chapters in a couple of weeks which is really fast for me.

I know exactly where I want to go. I know exactly what I write. But I just got hit with a block and now writing it's like pulling teeth and I have no idea why.

Re: Writing Thread

[dani_phantasma]

I know when I had block, it was because I realized I didn't know who some of my characters were. Sometimes writers block may be because you know where the plot goes but you don't fully understand who your characters are,

Re: Writing Thread

[(Anonymous)]

That's been the case with other things I've written. Usually short stories. But I don't think so with this one.

It's possibly stress since I have a lot going on in my non-writer life, and I've had bad insomnia lately which is affecting my concentration. Annoying because I usually write when I can't sleep!

Re: Writing Thread

[dani_phantasma]

AH I'm sorry. Wish I knew what could help. Good luck on your project.

Re: Writing Thread

[comma_chameleon]

I know my block in writing right now is that I'm worried that because of a handful 'meh' reviews on my debut novella will prevent people from having any interest in anything else I write. :[

Re: Writing Thread

[(Anonymous)]

That's not the case at all with any of the writers I've seen in similar situations, if it helps any.

A book that sold poorly or got negative reviews doesn't prevent an author having success with another book. Readers look at the premise of something way before they acknowledge anything else, so don't feel too bad. And meh reviews happen to everyone, even bestsellers.

Re: Writing Thread

[comma_chameleon]

Haha, it does help actually. And I think deep down I know that, but it's that nagging thought that keeps killing my urge to write, which sucks.

Re: Writing Thread

[(Anonymous)]

What's it about?

Re: Writing Thread

[(Anonymous)]

The first book is an M/M BDSM erotic romance, with a shy and restrained character learning to be a Dom.

The sequel which I'm writing now is about him and his sub negotiating their new relationship, and dealing with relationship problems. Also tying up some loose ends from the last book.

Re: Writing Thread

[(Anonymous)]

Have you reread your first book recently? Maybe that'll help, if you're not too insecure in your writing and it can help your novel either way.

Re: Writing Thread

[(Anonymous)]

Yeah, reread it four times in the last month. It's currently in the editing process so I could recite it in my sleep. Which is a good point, actually. It may just be burnout.