Writing habits

One of the reasons I started this blog was to get into the habit of writing every day. 
It has worked.
I miss it if I am unable to do so, due to work and family, so I try to find some time even if it is just 15 minutes.

Other good writing habits are -


Find the best time for writing for you. Many people like to write in the early morning or ate at night when distractions are at a minimum. I like to write in the afternoon or evening. 

Aim to write every day - either find a set time or fir it around your life.If you do not have time to physically write, use any moment to think about your writing, where it may go next, what the character may say etc. But if you do not physically write for three days in a row the habit fades.

Set yourself deadlines- its good practise for a publishing deal in the future. I want to write the first draft of a sci- fi in November, but I am rewriting a YA. I have decided I have to finish the rewrite before November. Could be hard, but I'll do my best.

Do not expect your work to be perfect. It is important to write even when it feels wrong and boring- you can edit later.

Read. Do not feel guilty when you find time to read- reading is vital for writers.

Understand that time for writing is your reward for dealing with everything else in your life more efficiently. 

After an hour of writing take a short break to do something physical.


Enjoy your writing, and soon you will miss it so much you will find the time.