I am always suspicious about new kinds of software or ‘fool-proof’ techniques to get writers to write but this little trick is simple and free.
Basically you download this one page from ‘The Writer’s Store’ print it out and every day that you actually WRITE ie. work on your novel or screenplay or whatever (Facebook/email/text doesn’t qualify!) you get to put a big stinkin’ red cross on your calendar.
It is strangely compelling. I started on the 1st of January (okay it’s only five days) but there is a real resistance about allowing a day to pass without adding a link to the chain – so far so good!
BTW: The Writer’s Store is a great resource (mainly aimed at screenwriters) either online or drop if you’re in LA – I’ve also attended some of their industry specific courses which they run onsite.
