• Try to set aside some quiet time for your writing and let your family know how important it is not to disturb you. 
• Discover your most productive time and writing environment.  When do the ideas seem to come rolling in?  Early morning?  Late at night? Work during your peak creative times if at all possible. If you keep finding yourself stumped sitting at your desk, try going outside or to the library to write.  Maybe a change of scenery will help. 
• Don't allow yourself to become distracted during your writing time by email, phone calls, surfing the internet, etc.. While you might tell yourself that you're searching for inspiration, you might be better off with just the quiet of your thoughts.
• Remind yourself of why you are writing.  Many writers procrastinate because of fear of rejection. At that point, you just have to push on.  Write as if you knew that your project was going to be accepted and appreciated.  In other words, Go For It!
• And finally, let's never forget the power of prayer.  The Author of Each Life Story has a purpose and a plan for your writing project. He can certainly help another author out.  Remember, I can do all things through Christ who strenghens me. Phillipians 4:13

Wishing you all quick progress with your writing projects!

~Nancy Carter
Senior Editor of HSB
Managing Public Relations Consultant
The Old Schoolhouse Magazine
www.TheHomeschoolMagazine.com

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