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Q&A How can I work more efficiently when writing multiple pieces of fiction at the same time?

In addition to Kate's and Lucy's excellent advice about working on one project per work period, I suggest making sure you're "cleansing your palate." In between work sessions on Project A and Pro...

posted 13y ago by Lauren Ipsum‭  ·  last activity 5y ago by System‭

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#2: Initial revision by (deleted user) · 2019-12-08T02:00:24Z (almost 5 years ago)
In addition to Kate's and Lucy's excellent advice about working on one project per work period, I suggest making sure you're "cleansing your palate."

In between work sessions on Project A and Project B, spend some time not thinking about _any_ of your projects. Do something non-writing-oriented which requires all your attention and your hands. Make a complicated meal. Paint a stencil on the wall. Plant seedlings. Rearrange the living room furniture. Go skiing.

Time _away_ from your projects can be as helpful as time _on_ your projects, because it changes your perspective and allows you to come back to something with a fresher outlook. It also gives you a break from the problem so you can recharge.

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