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Zoë Foster Blake on how to write a book

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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  • Establishing a structured writing schedule of 90-minute sessions significantly enhances productivity while balancing parenting responsibilities.
  • Incorporating business lessons into fictional storytelling provides readers with both entertainment and valuable entrepreneurial insights in an innovative way.

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Making Time for Writing

Creating a structured approach to writing is essential for balancing responsibilities as a parent and a novelist. Setting specific time slots for writing, especially during the daytime when children are at school, allows for focused productivity without overwhelming distractions. Aiming for short, manageable writing sessions of around 90 minutes helps maintain momentum and makes the process feel less daunting. As deadlines approach, the intensity of writing increases, showing that dedicated time management can lead to effective creativity.

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