Yes, Virginia, Writing Really Is Hard Work

Laura Mohsene
Nov 1 · 4 min read

It’s not easy.

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A lot of people imagine that writers lead this easy life sitting around dreaming up stories. They do not consider it work. No, not work like being an accountant or computer programmer or business owner or doctor or some other profession. They think of writing as a nothingburger job.

My question for these people is: Have you ever…

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Laura Mohsene

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I am the Other Dr. Laura: Writer, Reader, Critical Thinker. theotherdr.laura@gmail.com My views do not represent my employer’s views.

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