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Jill Reid
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There’s Nothing Easy, Simple, or Clean About Writing
There’s Nothing Easy, Simple, or Clean About Writing
Sometimes, the process can really mess with your mind
Jill Reid
Dec 2, 2022
The Hidden Fear Most Writers Can’t Ignore
The Hidden Fear Most Writers Can’t Ignore
Don’t let it keep you from writing
Jill Reid
Nov 2, 2022
Are You Willing to Make a Few Compromises to Become a Better Writer?
Are You Willing to Make a Few Compromises to Become a Better Writer?
It may be time for guilty pleasures to take a hike
Jill Reid
Nov 17, 2022
It Takes More Than a Positive Self-Image and Lofty Goals to be a Writer
It Takes More Than a Positive Self-Image and Lofty Goals to be a Writer
Confidence isn’t always a good thing
Jill Reid
Nov 10, 2022
Are You Cut Out to Be a Professional Writer?
Are You Cut Out to Be a Professional Writer?
Don’t quit your day job just yet …
Jill Reid
Oct 19, 2022
Unsplash is Going Paid!
Unsplash is Going Paid!
It was good while it lasted …
Jill Reid
Oct 10, 2022
Can You Make Friends with Your Fellow Writers?
Can You Make Friends with Your Fellow Writers?
Some people will refuse to play with you
Jill Reid
Oct 6, 2022
How to Nurture Your Literary Children and Let Them Grow
How to Nurture Your Literary Children and Let Them Grow
Take a step back to consider the intent and goal of your writing direction
Jill Reid
Sep 28, 2022
The Reason Writers Always Read Articles About Writing
The Reason Writers Always Read Articles About Writing
We can’t stop ourselves — and we’re not sorry
Jill Reid
Sep 20, 2022
A Hard Truth of Writing is Discovering You May Not Have a Mind of Your Own
A Hard Truth of Writing is Discovering You May Not Have a Mind of Your Own
Good luck with that
Jill Reid
Sep 14, 2022
Still Looking for the Magic Formula to Attract Readers?
Still Looking for the Magic Formula to Attract Readers?
Join the growing crowd
Jill Reid
Sep 7, 2022
Is a Lack of Mental Retention Driving You Crazy?
Is a Lack of Mental Retention Driving You Crazy?
Writers deal with it all the time
Jill Reid
Aug 31, 2022
Are You Another Frustrated Writer?
Are You Another Frustrated Writer?
Getting your act together is up to you
Jill Reid
Aug 24, 2022
What Makes You Think You Want to Be a Writer?
What Makes You Think You Want to Be a Writer?
We’re all looking for a little support and encouragement
Jill Reid
Aug 17, 2022
How to Deal with the Unwelcome Stress Bomb of a Blank Mind
How to Deal with the Unwelcome Stress Bomb of a Blank Mind
Sometimes, writing really tests my patience
Jill Reid
Aug 14, 2022
Why You Need to Stay on Track When Lame Excuses Get in the Way of Your Writing
Why You Need to Stay on Track When Lame Excuses Get in the Way of Your Writing
Maybe those distractions are trying to tell you something
Jill Reid
Apr 25, 2022
Please God, Make Me a Writer
Please God, Make Me a Writer
I promise to do whatever it takes
Jill Reid
Oct 4, 2021
4 Reasons You Should Consider Rewriting Some of Your Older Articles
4 Reasons You Should Consider Rewriting Some of Your Older Articles
A few suggestions for keeping your work current and on the radar
Jill Reid
Jul 16, 2021
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