Sometimes, it's not monsters under the bed but scenarios in our writing journey that give us a chill down our spines. Yet, with a sprinkle of humor, we can tackle these ghoulish what-ifs with grace and giggles. In this bewitching episode of The Indie Author Method, let's confront our writerly boogeymen with a wink and a nod.
1. The Disappearing Draft: You’ve just finished your masterpiece and poof, it's gone! Always remember the three Rs: Regularly, Religiously, Backup. (okay, two Rs and a B.) Also, maybe consider an exorcism for that mischievous tech ghost.
2. Coffee Crisis: It's a dark and stormy night. You reach out... and find your coffee mug EMPTY. Remember to always keep an emergency brew or a caffeine spell handy!
3. Auto-Incorrect: Your manuscript returns filled with red squiggles, and suddenly "epic fantasy novel" has become "epic fancy navel." Beware the mischievous spirits of spellcheck!
4. Phantom Procrastination: You sit to write, but suddenly it's imperative to alphabetize your sock drawer. Remember, some phantoms are best faced head-on, with a timer!
5. The Rejection Ritual: Another rejection letter slips under your door, this time from a publication you don’t recall submitting to. Stay fearless and know that every rejection is a step closer to an acceptance—and maybe invest in some better door seals.
Tool Tip: Apps like StayFocusd or Freedom can help ward off the spirits of distraction, ensuring you remain shielded in your writing realm.
Activity: Share your scariest (yet hilarious) writer scenario on social media. Let's laugh in the face of our writerly fears with the hashtag #WritersSpookySnafus!
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Behind every writer's scare is an opportunity to face, learn, and laugh. Each frightful scenario is but a humorous hurdle, a comedic challenge, a light-hearted learning curve on our path to literary greatness. So, equip yourself with wit, wisdom, and a good laugh as you brave the bewitched byways of the writing world.
-Andrew
The Indie Author Method
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