The writing I avoided for two years made me a better writer.
I avoided writing call recaps much like I avoided parts of my book.
Somewhere deep down, I felt fear—maybe even shame—that I wasn’t a good enough writer.
Until my mentor Chas Hoppe reminded me of this very crucial element.
Good writing isn’t about a fancy English degree.
It’s about clear communication.
And my style?
It was simply how I spoke.
That changed everything.
With the help of Emily Gindlesparger and Chas Hoppe, I kept writing.
I stopped avoiding.
And over time, I got better.
Avoidance happens to every author.
It’s why so many manuscripts sit half-finished, collecting dust.
Chas and I recently broke this down—why we avoid it and how to push through.
If your book is sitting untouched, I hope this helps you dust it off and get back into the flow.
Enjoy the full episode here: https://www.rising-authors.com/podcast/why-youre-avoiding-your-book-and-how-to-finally-write-it
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