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I'm suffering from a bit of writer's block lately. There's too many other distractions keeping me from my story. Good distractions, but distractions nonetheless.
The story isn't going anywhere at the moment. I've reached a stalemate. It's in my head but getting it onto paper the way I want is proving to be more challenging and taking a lot longer that I thought.
I don't know why it comes and goes anymore than I understand why everything that is good in life tastes a little bit better when you sprinkle on some grated parmesan cheese and fresh ground pepper. It just does.
Still it's comforting to know that my cast of characters are sitting there on the shelf whenever I feel like taking them down to play. To know my story is there waiting for me to get lost in another world for a while when I get bored with regular life. It's like getting back in touch with an old friend after a long absence.
That may be what I like most about the process, I think. And I guess it's ok.
2wildpugs commented May 28, 2009 3:50 PM
This is a great post for everyone who has never tried writing. Most people have the idea that words just "flow". While that happens sometimes (if you are Jack Kerouac on Benzedrine for example), I bet most authors would agree that the actual process of putting words on paper is incredibly difficult and borders on drudgery.
I hope you finish it before you find a job and the distraction becomes permanent.
SDH commented May 28, 2009 3:54 PM
Good distractions? Do tell!
Lex commented May 29, 2009 11:42 AM
What is it that they say, too much of a good thing is never a good thing? lol Like you said, your characters will be waiting for you when you are able to return. Good luck!