Goodreads asked Ruth Rotkowitz:

How do you deal with writer’s block?

Ruth Rotkowitz There are two ways to deal with writer's block. One is to give in to it. Sometimes you need a little time off! Let it wash over you, do other things, read a lot, and it will pass and you will feel the urge to write again. Accept it and don't stress over it. Another approach is to dig in -- just sit down and make yourself write! Even if what you are writing is junk, you are loosening the bonds that were holding you back, and you will eventually be ready to work on your real stuff again. Journaling works for many writers -- writing about your writer's block!

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