by htstein | Feb 28, 2017 | Strategies
I get asked to beta-read a lot of historical fiction. It allows me to apply some of the many years of reading for my qualifying exams to good use and sharing scholarly articles about medieval Europe helps writers add depth and detail to their settings and storylines....
by htstein | Jan 23, 2017 | Strategies
Because every text is different, so is every bout of writer’s block. It’s essential to have lots of curatives up your sleeve, to mix-in-match the best solution for your specific problem. Inner Criticitis Symptoms include self-doubt, delusions of incompetence and...
by htstein | Jan 8, 2017 | Strategies
Research papers, book reviews, journal articles, theses, monographs … scholars of all levels wrestle with writer’s block. Eventually, the house is just too clean, the dog too tired, the files too organized to continue to avoid pounding out a first draft...
by htstein | Dec 21, 2016 | Strategies
I’m a firm believer in the power of a writing routine. Recently, I’ve been on the hunt for motivational music with a steady beat and progression, but no distracting vocals to inspire me to JUST GET WRITING. Whether you’re studying for finals,...
by htstein | Dec 15, 2016 | Strategies
I talked a lot in class. Probably too much. It’s very hard to gauge, and as a lecturer even harder to approach a student whose dominance in the discussion has become a problem. These three questions can serve as a barometre to evaluate whether you’ve gone...
