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Full Story How to: Zoë Foster Blake on how to write a book
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Jan 9, 2025 Zoë Foster-Blake, a successful entrepreneur and author of 17 books, shares her insights on the writing process. She discusses how her upbringing influenced her creativity and the balance of writing with parenting and business. Listeners learn about effective time management strategies, the challenge of intertwining fiction with real-world ideas, and the emotional sacrifices involved in writing. Zoë emphasizes the importance of nurturing creativity in a demanding life, providing practical advice for aspiring authors to embrace their passion.
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Time Blocking for Writing
- Schedule short, focused writing sessions (e.g., 90 minutes) instead of dedicating entire days to writing.
- This prevents procrastination and allows for integration with other responsibilities.
Writing from Experience
- Zoë Foster Blake based the protagonist of "Things Will Calm Down Soon" loosely on her own experiences as a founder.
- She prioritized making the fictional business deal realistic over portraying a flawless character.
Paternal Advice
- Zoë's father, also a writer, advised her not to rely on writing for income.
- He emphasized that writing is age-proof and encouraged her to gain life experience first.
