How to finish my Vietnam book
How I did it:
- Stuck to the discipline of writing for a set period of time every day
- Had a basic template of how many pages/how many words each chapter should be
- Kept copious notes while I was travelling
- Wasn't afraid to experiment, throw in different things
Lessons & tips:
- Have a library of books about writing - the inspiration is invaluable
- Go somewhere where no-one speaks English - fewer distractions
- Make sure other people know about your goal and keep you accountable
- Don't be afraid to send proposals or sample chapters around - someone is gonna bite some day!
Resources:
- Stephen King's "On Writing"
- William Zinsser's "On Writing Well"
- Natalie Goldberg's "Old Friend from Far Away"
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