November 2025 – MAR Literary Services

The Fallacy of “I Don’t Have Time”

Writers say “I don’t have time” like it’s a truth carved in stone, but it’s usually something far more personal. We’re not short on hours. We’re short on belief. When you tell yourself you’ll write once life calms down, you’re really saying your story isn’t worth choosing today. This post digs into why writers avoid…
The Theory OF Time & What It Means To Be Getting Older

As I get ready to turn thirty seven, I’ve been facing that quiet fear so many writers know well, the feeling of being behind. We measure ourselves against deadlines and word counts, then wonder if it’s too late to write the stories we carry. That nagging question pushed me to rethink time itself, and what…
Rebel With A Writing Cause

Why is it so hard to stay consistent with writing, even when you want it more than anything? The answer is not laziness or lack of discipline. It may be your natural productivity tendency working against you. After discovering Gretchen Rubin’s Four Tendencies during a writing summit, everything about my own struggles finally made sense.…
Finding the Right Writing Advice Balance

In the realm of writing, applying advice blindly can lead to confusion and underdevelopment. The comparison between “Petty AF,” which suffers from a lack of clarity, and the chaotic charm of “Raging Barons MC” highlights the need for thoughtful critique. Writers must seek specific feedback that addresses their unique storytelling challenges to truly engage readers.…
Flirting With Burnout & What Comes Next

Creative burnout doesn’t hit like a crash. It sneaks in as a quiet fog, a slow dimming of focus you don’t notice until everything feels out of reach. I didn’t see it coming, but stopping long enough to breathe made the difference. Rest isn’t falling behind. It’s how your brain rebuilds the spark you’ve been…
What I’ve Learned About Writing From Krista & Becca Ritchie Best Selling Authors of The Addicted Series And The Like Us Series

Stuck in your writing? Discover the transformative layered approach to storytelling inspired by the Ritchie twin sisters. By focusing on dialogue, action, setting, emotions, and polishing separately, you can enhance character depth and narrative richness. Embrace imperfection, trust the process, and unleash your creative voice—writing can be both fulfilling and freeing! Continue Reading What I’ve…
This Helpful Advice Is Sabotaging Your Story

Daniel David Wallace highlights a critical truth for writers: the peril of the 25% slump often stems from following misguided advice, leading to structural flaws in storytelling. Advocating for alpha readers over beta readers, he emphasizes the need for personalized guidance to avoid repetitive plots and inspire genuine creativity. Writers deserve tailored support! Continue Reading…
Redefining Failure and Success

Failure is merely a perception; it’s how we define our own success that truly matters. Each setback holds lessons, allowing us to redefine our paths. Success isn’t a singular achievement but an ongoing journey shaped by our experiences. Embrace failures as stepping stones, and never give up, for that is the only true failure. Continue…
Cliffhangers Without Payoff Breed Resentment

Cliffhangers are a promise. When you end a chapter on a breathless question, you’re signing a contract with the reader. If you pay it off, you build trust. If you dodge the answer or fake it out, you lose them. I talk a lot about this because I see it all the time. Writers hear…
Oops, I Forgot: The Most Important Energy Restorative

Sleep is the secret ingredient to unleashing creativity, yet one in three adults neglects it. The author recounts their struggle with sleep deprivation during college, revealing how it stifled their creativity. Emphasizing sleep as the source that revitalizes all creative energy, they passionately urge others to prioritize rest for their muse’s sake. Continue Reading Oops,…