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Pep talks, writing prompts, and other pen-moving motivation to keep the words flowing.
216 Posts: Inspiration
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March 22, 2019Swoon Author Aiden Thomas: 5 Takeaways from Maggie Stiefvater's Writing Seminar
"Stiefvater imparted wisdom that was accessible and a total game changer for how I thought about writing stories." -
November 29, 2018Swoon Author Olivia Hinebaugh: Don't Stop Now
Just because November's almost over doesn't mean it's almost time to stop writing! -
November 14, 2018Special Guest Grant Faulkner: Getting through the Muddle of the Muddy Middle
Grant Faulkner, executive director of NaNoWriMo, dropped by to offer a few tips on tackling the hardest part of a novel. -
November 8, 2018
Swoon Author Chani Lynn Feener: The Secret to Winning NaNoWriMo
Chani has won NaNoWriMo six years in a row. Want to know how she does it? The answer may surprise you. -
November 1, 2018
Swoon Author Danika Stone: In Search of the Elusive Plot Bunny
Defeating the blank page is often the hardest step. Danika Stone offers five tips for finding your inspiration. -
October 11, 2018Swoon Author Devon Taylor: Keep on Daydreaming
The author of The Soul Keepers has a message for all you aspiring authors out there: You can do it. -
August 30, 2018From the Swoon Squad: Don't Give Up (Part IV)
Feeling down about not getting selected this season? Our Swoon authors have some words of wisdom for you. -
August 16, 2018Swoon Author Vicky Skinner: Writing + Other Types of Art
Art informs art, and any kind—whether it's music, movies, or visual art—can be used as inspiration for your writing. -
August 13, 2018Writing Prompts: A User's Guide
Swoon staffer Val O. shares three essential tips for how to use writing prompts to your full advantage. -
August 6, 2018Guest Author Roshani Chokshi: Finding the Right Writing Rituals for You
There's no "right" way to write. Bestselling author Roshani Chokshi shares some wisdom for finding what works for you. -
July 16, 2018Guest Author Maurene Goo: How I Draft by Avoiding It Until I Have No Choice But to Write
The hardest part about being a writer is often finding the time to write. Guest author Maurene Goo shares some tips. -
July 2, 2018Guest Author Ashley Woodfolk: Finding Inspiration Everywhere
Don’t decide what “kind” of writer you are too soon. Instead, be open to inspiration that can come from anywhere. -
June 8, 2018Swoon Author Alex Evansley: Feels Like Summer, Take Two
WHAT’S UP, GUYS. And happy summer! I hope you’re all through exams and/or on summer break and... -
April 27, 2018Swoon Author Sandy Hall: The Struggle with Inspiration Drought
Lately, I’ve been experiencing something super frustrating: I’ve been dealing with an “inspiration drought.” I haven’t had... -
April 19, 2018
From the Swoon Squad: Don't Give Up (Part III)
Hey there, Swooners, We are so excited to welcome three new authors into the Swoon family! There were SO many... -
April 2, 2018Writing Prompt: Tagline, You're It!
Taglines are fun. For those of you who aren’t sure what a tagline is, it’s that short phrase... -
March 1, 2018Swoon Author Kelly Zekas: From Acting Like a Writer to Becoming One
When I was six I was a fairy in A Midsummer Night's Dream. I didn't have much to... -
February 13, 2018
From the Swoon Squad: Don't Give Up (Part II)
Hey there, Swooners, We are so excited to welcome three new authors into the Swoon family! There were SO many... -
January 19, 2018
Be Your Own Muse: 3 Inspiration Hacks for When It’s Just Not Coming to You
Finding the motivation to write is easy when you're bursting with ideas—or better yet, when you find yourself... -
October 19, 2017Swoon Author Nikki Katz: The Visual Element of Writing a Manuscript
Authors often are asked if they are a plotter or pantsers—which means do they plot their novel before starting... -
October 13, 2017Story Starter Trope Twist: Love Triangle (Part II)
It’s another riveting edition of Trope Twist! The show (I mean blog post) where we take ordinary, over-used YA...