Stream of Consciousness

How to Build a Daily Writing Routine
“Discipline is choosing between what you want now and what you want most.” Let’s be honest: every writer wants a daily writing routine. It sounds so romantic, doesn’t it? You, at your desk, a steaming mug of something nearby, words flowing like magic. But the reality? Life is messy. Energy is limited. And most of us are juggling work, families, and about seventeen tabs open in our brains.
By Georgiaabout a year ago in Writers
Half-formed
Friends, enemies, and those still under review, I invite you to take a walk with me down the trail revealed by today's idea. Simply, I wish to put it into the world, acknowledging that it is not the kind of story I am presently equipped to tell.
By Alexander McEvoyabout a year ago in Writers
Character-Driven vs. Plot-Driven:
“A good story needs a plot, yes. But it’s the characters who make us care.” Let’s talk about one of the oldest debates in the writing world: Should your story be character-driven or plot-driven?
By Georgiaabout a year ago in Writers
AI overview of The Silence of Everything. AI-Generated.
The Silence of Everything is a collection that delves into the unspoken layers of human emotion. It captures moments of solitude, whispers of longing, and the quiet reflections we often hide from the world. Each poem is a mirror—sometimes gentle, sometimes sharp—reflecting the complexities of life, love, and loss. The book invites readers to pause and feel, to notice the small, almost invisible moments that leave the deepest impressions on our hearts. It’s about the weight of silence, the power of introspection, and the subtle beauty that exists in stillness. Every line encourages contemplation, reminding us that even in the quietest spaces, emotions can speak volumes. Through The Silence of Everything, readers are guided on an emotional journey where words become experiences, and each pause holds meaning. It’s a book for those who seek depth, for those who find beauty in reflection, and for anyone willing to listen to what is often left unsaid.
By Malaika Nawazabout a year ago in Writers
Writing When You’re Burnt Out
“You’re not lazy. You’re tired. And that’s a very different thing.” Let me be real with you: burnout is a beast. It creeps in quietly, often disguised as laziness or lack of discipline. But it’s not that. It’s the result of running on empty for too long — emotionally, creatively, mentally — and still expecting yourself to perform like you’re full of inspiration and energy.
By Georgiaabout a year ago in Writers
Barking Dogs Don’t Bite
They say a barking dog doesn’t bite, But no one asks why that dog barks. No one looks beyond the noise it makes. As if barking were weakness,
By Liora Vogel about a year ago in Writers
Better Late Than Never
It’s not just a phrase, it’s a key that opens doors closed by fear, by “what will they say,” or by “I’m too late now.” Some think the soul retires with age,
By Liora Vogel about a year ago in Writers
The Silence Room
This home, located in a back alley of the abandoned art gallery behind the city, had a door without a handle. Only a faint buzzing—the sound of suspended breath—was produced; otherwise, there was no sound. No superstitious person would dare to come, and the townspeople gossiped about it, calling it The Silence Room. Unless Elian is involved.
By Mr Shahabout a year ago in Writers
Better Alone Than in Bad Company – Introspective Version
There are those who join groups or clubs, not out of affinity, but out of fear of the echo that sounds when they are alone.
By Liora Vogel about a year ago in Writers
Better Alone Than in Bad Company
There was a time when I surrounded myself with many names, many borrowed laughs, many “I love you’s” with expiration dates.
By Liora Vogel about a year ago in Writers
What If? Writing Exercises for Fiction Writers
Author's Note: These prompts may not be for beginner fiction writers! They sound tough to me. Anne Bernays and Pamela Painter - What if? Writing Exercises for Fiction Writers prompts -The Exercise:This one is in two parts. First experiment with different types of openings for different stories until you feel comfortable with the technique of each. Then see how many ways there are to open one particular story you have in mind. How does the story change when the opening changes from a generalization to a line of dialogue?The Objective:To see how experimenting with several ways of opening your story can lead you to a better understanding of whose story it is, and what the focus of the story will be.
By Denise E Lindquistabout a year ago in Writers
My Loving Avoidant
When I met you, I experienced in you so much that I admired. You seemed so put together, regulated, confident and like you had strong boundaries. All things I wish I had.
By Thyra Kellyabout a year ago in Writers