Category Archives: writing speed

And So It Begins…

Posted on June 7, 2014 by SharonJoss

Time to start a new novel. Every new novel feels like the beginning of a whole new life, and in some ways, it is. I’ve got new people to discover, new adventures to plot, new risks to take. And while … Continue reading →

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Half-fast Writer

Posted on January 17, 2014 by SharonJoss

I am not a fast writer.  I continually read about writers (all far more successful than I) who can write a novel in 16 days, or a month, or even a week. I am in awe of their capabilities. Last … Continue reading →

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Feel the Burn

Posted on March 28, 2012 by SharonJoss

I keep reading about writers writing about how fast they write.  Whew, that’s a mouthful.  And as much as I like the idea of writing fast, I’m afraid that my idea of fast is a paltry 1000-1500 words per day.    … Continue reading →

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