Michelle Griep

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Need Some Inspiration?

Currently, I'm pumping out a novella, so all writing systems are go. That's not always the case, though. Sometimes I stall out. Come on, admit it. You do too. So for all those writers who are dead in the water for the moment, here are some breaths of air to puff out your little writerly sails . . .

#Inspire a Writer in 5 Words
This is a Twitter feed that, like the name says, is for the inspiration of writers in 5 words or less. Here are some examples: your book made me think, seuss rejected by thirty-four publishers, we want your submissions today.

Inspiration for Writers, Inc.
This blog has it all, from workshops to writing tips to testimonials.

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Inspiration for Writers
Here's a blurb for this book: With 101 stories from published writers who stuck with it and succeeded, you will be inspired and encouraged, whether you’re an aspiring author, a blogger, or a bestselling writer.

Writing Inspiration
You'll find a plethora of motivation on this fantastic Pinterest board.

Bookfox
50 famous authors share their writing inspiration in this blog post.

If one of those sites isn't a writerly kick in the pants, you may want to have your doctor check for a pulse because you might be dead.