5 Day – Emotions in Writing Challenge WHY is showing emotions in writing so difficult? Demonstrating emotions in writing can be difficult for several reasons. The past two days we looked at 1. and 2. from the list below. Today we move along to number 3. Over the remaining two days, I would like to…
5 Day – Emotions in Writing Challenge ~ Limited Word Selection Q: WHY is showing emotions in writing so difficult? A: Limited Word Selection Demonstrating emotions in writing can be difficult for several reasons. There are five main reasons why we encounter challenges in conveying emotions in our writing. Over the next three days, I…
5 Day – Emotions in Writing Challenge – Lack of Non-verbal Cues Using Non-verbal Cues. WHY is showing emotions in writing so difficult? Demonstrating emotions in writing can be difficult for many reasons There are five key reasons why we encounter challenges in conveying emotion in our writing Over the next four days, I aim…
Hello and Welcome to Zakgirl On… Writing Welcome to my fascinating, sometimes mysterious, world of writing. Time to get reading, researching and writing. Or, just jump write in and start writing. Hello, writing lovers! If you are NOT a lover of writing, this is your cue to escape now 🙂 Quick go before it’s too…
Solving Creative Block/Writer’s Block Creative blocks can happen to anyone, from artists and writers to business owners and entrepreneurs. It’s frustrating when you can’t seem to come up with new ideas or find yourself stuck in a rut. However, the good news is there are several ways to overcome creative blocks and boost your inspiration….
What is Eating Healthy for Writers 101? Whether it’s a taste of your first time writing, your latest blog post, or writing a beautiful piece of poetry, many of us snack on different foods or drinks while writing at our desks. Tsk! Tsk! But Yum Yum! However!??? BEFORE long, we’re fidgeting, scratching, or thinking about…
When the Writing Won’t Come ~ Unlocking Writer’s Block: Mastering the Art of Overcoming Writer’s Block Hacks in 2024 Eat well and stay hydrated (or the Writing Won’t Come). Stop making excuses and stop being lazy (or the Writing Won’t Come). Stop your moaning and groaning (or the Writing Won’t Come). Okay. So. Now we…
The Authors Who Inspire Me: A Journey Through Fiction and Insight When it comes to reading, I have a handful of authors whose work has profoundly influenced my writing and thinking. These writers not only shape my stories but also fuel my curiosity and creative energy. If you’re looking for some literary inspiration or writing…
What The ???? BLOG CANDY!!! Note: 26.3.2025: For those who have never heard of this term: “Blog candy in 2012 and earlier refered to gifts, prizes, or giveaways offered by bloggers to their readers, often as part of a contest or promotional event. It was a fun way to engage…
Freewrite: Bean Studying Accounting Lately, and it Tends to Mess with your Creative Side ~ BIG TIME! Warning Just so others don’t stumble across this same delusional state (hear me all you, ‘Young Ones’, and be cautioned) as I did when I decided a couple of years back to Enrol in Accounting. Here it is…
