Bust Through the Writer’s Block

It’s easy to assume a keyboard and laptop are your ticket to quality writing. Sure, they’re a start, but they’re hardly the only useful tools that turn your blank page into a fully-fledged masterpiece. While you can grab personalized pencils and a pressed flower paperweight, we’re here to talk about some of the digital tools that only elevate your process.  

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1. Scrivener

Scrivener does everything a writer wants. It edits. It organizes complicated projects, even novels. It keeps track of your progress. And best of all? It actually handles the confusing format of screenwriting. This app does it all, and it’s one of the only things you need to actually crank out a few hundred words. 

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2. Hemingway Editor

One of the most important things about writing is editing. It’s arguably harder than the writing itself—what will you remove to better your story…and how do you stop from cutting out everything? That’s where Hemingway comes in, or his app at least. This program trims the fat and leaves you with the best bits. 

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3. Cliche Finder

No one can possibly read every book, which means you’re bound to include something similar to previously published work. However, you can steer clear of nasty cliches that earn your manuscript a place in the shredder. Cliche Finder combs your text and ensures you aren’t scraping the bottom of the barrel. 

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4. Freedom

Hilariously enough, Freedom provides clarity through its restrictions. This is a site-blocking app, keeping your eyes away from common time-wasters so you can get things done. You have dozens of sites to choose from, and Freedom guarantees you won’t look at a single one. 

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5. Plume Pen

Alright, we know this was supposed to be about digital tools—but where is your desk without a plume pen? Yes, they’re hilarious, and yes, they’re completely unnecessary, but they’re just one of those staple items every writer needs. 

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