10 Time Thieves That Steal a Writer’s Productivity—and How to Take Your Writing Time Back

From Edie: Discover the most common time thieves that steal a writer’s productivity—and practical steps to reclaim your writing time. Learn how to overcome hidden distractions, build better habits, and stay focused so you can write with clarity, purpose, and consistency.

10 Time Thieves That Steal a Writer’s Productivity—and How to Take Your Writing Time Back

by Edie Melson @EdieMelson

As writers, one of our most valuable resources is time—especially time to write. We dream about it, plan for it, even run away to find it. Yet it’s often ourselves who stand in the way of having the time we need to write.

Today I’d like to share some hidden—and some not so hidden—time thieves.

Setting Boundaries as a Writer: How to Protect Your Creative Time

From Edie: Tired of interruptions and dismissive comments? Learn how to set boundaries, protect your writing time, and gain respect as a serious writer.

Setting Boundaries as a Writer: How to Protect Your Creative Time

by Edie Melson @EdieMelson

“Nobody takes me seriously as a writer.”

“My family doesn’t respect my writing time.”

“They think I just sit around all day.”

If you’ve ever thought (or said) one of these things, you’re not alone.

Every writer eventually faces this struggle — especially those who write from home.

Are You Cultivating Creativity or Crowding it Out of Your Life?

By Edie Melson @EdieMelson

But all things must be done properly and in an orderly manner. I Corinthians 14:40

Summer is here and every weekend we can visit the farmer's market for fresh produce. As I walked through the stalls recently, I was drawn back to one summer when I decided to try my hand at gardening.

Taming the Beast Called Time Management for Writers

by DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills

Busy writers realize they must master the feat of time management or they will fall into a hole called overwhelmed and unproductive. Editors and those depending on us will be disappointed, possibly ending a working relationship. With a few guidelines, we can learn how to take charge of our responsibilities and breathe while giving us time to spare. (Smile too)

Increase Your Writing Productivity by Finding More Time to Write

by Edie Melson @EdieMelson

I had always believed that I needed at least an hour, and preferably three, to make any progress at all with my writing. 

I couldn’t have been more wrong.