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Rationally Writing
Episode 50 - Abandoning Stories
Jun 6, 2019
Authors Daystar & Alexander delve into reasons for abandoning stories, managing burnout, and author trust. They discuss distinguishing between abandonment and hiatus, the challenges writers face, and strategies for returning to unfinished works. The podcast also explores the importance of balancing motivation, crafting credible magic systems, and the emotional impact of discontinuing stories.
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- The distinction between abandoning a story and putting it on hiatus is crucial for authors, as hiatus can sometimes lead to effective abandonment over time.
- Deciding to abandon a story typically stems from no longer enjoying the writing process, leading authors to struggle in reigniting the creative spark even after going on hiatus.
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Abandoning Stories in Writing
Deciding to abandon a story is a common experience among authors, ranging from prolific writers like Stephen King to those with fewer published works. The distinction between abandoning a story and putting it on hiatus is crucial, as hiatus can sometimes lead to effective abandonment over time. The decision to stop publishing a story mid-writing can present unique challenges and considerations, especially in web-based fiction where stories can be published as they are being written.
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