Write Wednesday

Hey there creators,

It is Wednesday, and it’s all about writing, editing, and publishing. Right now since this is a newer post on the blog; I’ll stick to writing in the beginning.

QUESTION:

Are you a writer? Are you looking for a fresh angle on the writing process? Something different from what you’ve already researched or tried? SAME HERE! My brain is a funny creature that doesn’t adhere to the norm- EVER.

I plan to use Write Wednesdays to go over what I am trying and what is working/ what’s not. I hope you’ll stick around to join me and try something new with your own writing process.

Right now the biggest help in writing daily is a website called 4thewords.

4thewords is like an old RPG computer game. You make an avatar; you start a quest and then you battle some creatures. The only difference is when you go to battle the creature, instead of special attacks, weapons, you write.

So you will battle a creature for 30 minutes and write 400 words ( random example). To beat the creature, you just need to write that word count before time is up!

I love gaming so it is the perfect external motivator for me. It also gives me something else to look forward to while I write. I like the challenge it presents. It also keeps focused I know I have a limitation in place.

I have a hard time focusing and 4thwords just helps me stay on task.

It is subscription based, decently priced and well worth it.

https://4thewords.com/

You can type into the document section of the website I prefer to write in Word and then I copy & paste. Might take an extra second that’s it.

Do you find that you’re easily distracted when working on writing? What helps you focus?

I also like to have music on. I make playlists for each WIP I have going (see like I said; focus is all over the place).

Do you write with music going? Do you need to be in silence? I am curious what others do.

NOW HOW DO WE APPLY THIS TO OTHER THINGS.

I always like to include a small tidbit for the creators out there who aren’t nessarily writing. Finding something that helps keep your focus is always a good tool to have. When I crochet I prefer a movie, I have already seen or I will listen to an audio book or other video I wanted to watch.

I keep my hands busy so I soak up the information. Not a good listener otherwise.

As always I hope all is well, happy creating,

Lexxy