I realize that I write faster (and maybe better) when I have an “assignment.” I recently volunteered to write a short story for Sisters in Crime Colorado Chapter for their Anthology series.

I was able to churn out an outline, character studies and story within a week.

Makes me think I fail to write up to my word-count expectations.

Except, in order to have a finished product, I want to know that what I’m writing might actually be needed–or read for that matter.

I’m working on book two of a three-book contract, but meanwhile waiting for development edits on the first book. What if there are dramatic changes to the first book that might require changes to the second?

So many reasons (excuses) for not writing. Is it writer’s block? Is there any such thing as writer’s block?

I’ve often said that trying to be a writer is like assigning yourself homework for the rest of your life.

Maybe I miss school/college? If so, I’m fairly certain I could do the research and paper edits much faster with the help of the Internet.

Except for last week when my Internet was sporadically down.