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Novel drafting rule #2: Write fast

Writing fast when creating the first draft of a novel can be beneficial for several reasons. First, writing quickly allows you to capture ideas as they flow, preventing them from slipping away. During the creative process, inspiration can strike unexpectedly, and writing fast enables you to record those ideas in the moment, preserving their freshness and vitality.

If you stop constantly during a race to check your hair and makeup, you’ll never finish the race! Don’t worry about your novel’s appearance while writing the first draft: just run toward the finish line as fast as you can! Image generated using artificial intelligence.

Writing quickly will also help you overcome writer’s block or the fear of a blank page. When you write rapidly, you minimize self-censorship and judgment, allowing your ideas to flow freely. This can help you bypass mental barriers and unleash your creativity.

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