Writer's Block

Despite an article I read not long ago, I think most writers suffer from writer's block from time to time.

So what causes writer's block and how do you get out of it?

For me, I think writer's block comes when I'm not as into a story as I was when I started it.

Either I didn't do a good job of planning the story, or the story shifted enough that the notes and outline I had don't fit it anymore.

The second of those possibilities is my problem with Zack and Cassie's story right now. I love the idea and the premise of the story. But it has strayed so far from my original outline, and I like it so much better! But, it makes it really hard to write it when I'm not sure what needs to happen next.

I have a basic feeling of what happens in the next few chapters it's just getting it out that's proving to be a challenge. Mainly cause I keep getting distracted and really need my hubby's help in working on either this chapter or the next one.

So how do I get through writer's block? Well, by writing anyway. I know I'll have to rework the terrible chapters but just by writing, I get through it. Setting aside writing time everyday is the trick.

That said, I haven't written in several weeks now. The holidays, school, and just normal day to day stuff have distracted me.

So tomorrow, I'm hoping to sit down and spend at least an hour writing.