Apr 20 / 2025
How to Start Writing
Starting a story can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. Every writer, whether beginner or seasoned, faces that moment of staring at a blank page. The trick is to start small and stay curious.
Begin with an idea. It doesn’t have to be perfect—just interesting. Maybe it’s a question (“What if animals could talk?”), a feeling, or even a single image. Let that idea grow. Jot down anything that comes to mind: characters, settings, conflicts. Don’t worry about structure yet. Right now, it’s all about getting thoughts out of your head and onto the page.
Next, set a goal: ten minutes of writing a day, or 200 words. The key is consistency. The more you write, the easier it becomes.
Remember, your first draft doesn’t have to be perfect. In fact, it shouldn’t be. Writing is rewriting. Give yourself permission to write badly—that’s how the good stuff eventually shows up.
Need help? Read. Other stories will inspire you. Join a writing group. Ask for feedback. Writing is often personal, but you don’t have to do it alone.
So open a notebook or a new document. Start with a sentence. Any sentence. And go from there.
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