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a mile a minute. Sometimes whenever I’m on the campus of University of Baltimore, where I am studying
for an English Degree in Professional Writing, I like to sit in the Student Center’s Quiet Room which has
a fantastic view and nice lounges that helps me focus.
Eat or Listen to Music
Pizza loaded with green peppers, onions, mushrooms, black olives, peperoni, sausages, and extra
tomato sauce. Nachos and tortilla chips. A family size bag of Doritos. A bowl of cheesy pasta slathered in
why not eat while you write?
I enjoy eating. It comes second to my passion for writing. When I’m not eating, I am writing, and
when I’m not writing, I’m eating. Don’t be ashamed, if that is how you can concentrate. Again, do something
that keeps your mind active, and alert, yet in peace.
“We are a thousand miles from comfort. We have traveled land and sea, but as long as you- WRITINGare
with me, there’s no place I’d rather be…” (I’d Rather Be by Clean Bandit). Here is a peaceful upbeat
song, one of many I enjoy listening too while I write. From Tasha Cobbs to Bruno Mars, music has always
Read what you like
“Write. Rewrite. When not writing, or rewriting, read. I know of no shortcuts.” —Larry L. King
If you don’t read, how will you learn anything? Take advantage of the moment to sit back and
relax and while you are at it, butcher the book, magazine, or article. What do I mean? While you read,
highlight, or take notes on your favorite quotes, lines, parts, chapters, or even characters so later you can
Do research as well because having knowledge about the genre or style of publication you are
writing may depend on what you learn. Make sure you do not let this preside over your own style and
imagination, because this is a very easy trap to fall into. I have learned from many author interviews that
that take a break and write down your wishes, goals, and ideas for your work and stick to that for a while.
Or simply just pick up your favorite publication and read it for pleasure.
Just Write It
—Joyce Carol Oates
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