Meg Dowell
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Writing and the Myth of ‘Hard’ Work
Hard work isn’t it. In fact, it may be the very thing holding you back.
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If Only I’d Known What I Know Now
When I first started “writing about writing,” I knew I didn’t know everything. But I still…
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Shameless Self-Promotion Is An Art
I was embarrassed to share my work when I first started publishing blog posts and articles.
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What Does It Take to Be Great?
As an aspiring writer, it can often feel tiresome to watch others succeed while you continue…
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Someone Better Than You
Maybe trying to be the best writer of all time isn’t the answer.
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Can You Be a Writer If You Don’t Read?
I was convinced that reading a book while trying to write one would interfere with my…
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Why Can’t I Write? Will I Ever Write Again?
When you’re struggling to write, you may wonder why it’s suddenly become so difficult.
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Fake It, Forever
Is it ‘fake it ’til you make it’ or fake it always, even when you don’t…
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To Write Through Losing Everything
Your words on a page can be life-changing, even if you ultimately keep them for yourself.
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Who Is Meant to Be a Writer? Is It You?
Anyone can be a writer, but you first have to know what you’re getting into.
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