How To Write A Lot
Its easier to write a lot if you write less on a lot of different occasions.
How to write a lot. Silvia explains that writing productively does not require innate skills or specific traits but specific targets and actions. Ouch that was a real slap in the face but thank you. When writing becomes a workday habit you can write a lot and find more time for life outside of work. Start well ahead of time and try to write 250 or 300 words about a page each day.
Paul silvia author of how to write a lot. Being a 48 year old woman i have to pee every 30 minutes so you can bet im writing scorchingly fast to make it to the next bathroom break. In this second edition silvia helps readers solve the riddle of writing. Books for the general public 1 by paul silvia isbn.
In this practical lighthearted and encouraging book paul j. Monica biernat phd distinguished professor of psychology university of kansas lawrence. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Nothing speeds up your writing like knowing youre on the verge of having a potty accident.
A lot is like any two word phrase with the indefinite article a followed by a noun lot. For instance a cow a cloud and a burrito are similarly constructed phrases but no one would write these acow acloud and aburrito. Why a lot is so often compounded into alot is an interesting linguistic mystery. The basic premise behind paul silvias how to write a lot is that the only way to getting writing done is by writing.
The message is simple but powerful. In this book the author does a good job dissecting the leading reasons recalcitrant writers never get around to writing and after that proposes a solution. Remmend it as the first intro book on writingindeed this book focus on how to write a lot with refuting serveral special writing barriers sharing motivatinal tools suggesting on writing well how to write journal papers and books and summarize 4 principles of the system for becoming a productive writer. Writers simply sit their behinds down or stand for the conscientious who prefer standing desks and puts words to paperor screen.
Silvia demystifies the craft of writing and reminds us that there is no magic solution. Writing is hard work and can be difficult to wedge into a frenetic academic schedule. A practical guide to productive academic writing lifetools. 9781591477433 from amazons book store.
Start working on your paper early to give yourself the time necessary to do it right. But if this isnt the case for you try quaffing a couple glasses of water before sitting down at your laptop. Its really hard to write a thousand words all at once without giving your brain a break. Buy how to write a lot.
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