EPISODE · Mar 7, 2025 · 17 MIN
If You Want to Mine the Deepest Material in Your Writing, Here’s How...
from The Writer's Journey with Laura Davis Podcast · host Laura Davis
In this video, I describe in detail:* the benefit of writing prompts* who writing prompts are intended for* the how: crucial steps in successfully responding to a writing prompt* why it’s essential to separate the creator from the editor* how writing prompts can increase your versatility and nimbleness as a writer* what it means to “go for the jugular”* why you should never cross out in a first draft* how to find “the story under the story”* four phrases that will break through any block and help you access deeper material and get you unstuck * why it’s essential to read your work out loudand much more. As always, I invite you to share your responses or your experience with writing practice in the comments.How To Get the Most Out of Writing Prompts: Here’s my advice for how to mine the deepest material in your writing: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit laurasaridavis.substack.com/subscribe
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