Writing is a curious process. We all have our own methods to sort out plot holes, refine our prose, and catch those sneaky typos. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach, and that’s part of the magic!
For me, my writing process starts with a clear mind and a lofi playlist. I usually begin by freewriting to get ideas flowing. Then, I dive into plotting, using sticky notes and index cards to organize scenes and map out story arcs. When it comes to editing, I like to read my work out loud—it’s a great way to catch awkward phrasing and errors that might slip through.
How about you? Do you have a particular method to your writing madness? Share your favorite writing tips, editing tricks, or creative rituals in the comments below and join the conversation on my blog! 💬👇
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Excerpt from Whiskey and the Autumn Wind by Richard White:
*The amber glass sat heavy in my hand,
A quiet companion to the crackling fire.
Autumn’s breath slipped through the window,
Whispering her name, a ghost on the wind.
I swirled the whiskey, watched it cling to the glass—
How it held on, even as it faded.
Like the way her laughter hung in the air,
Long after the world turned quiet.
The cigar burned down, a slow surrender,
Its smoke curling with the shadows,
And I wondered if she still thought of me
When the leaves rustled their secrets.
Outside, the world turned gold and crimson,
Inside, only the soft hiss of the fire,
And the ache of unsaid words,
Sipped down with every bitter swallow.*
Whiskey and the Autumn Wind is available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. You can also request it at your local bookstore.
I’m not a writer by any means but I do sometimes have to get thoughts out of my brain that’s when they free flow out of me through journaling.