Write To Done: Unmissable Articles About Writing, Twice Weekly
I’m excited to announce my second blog: Write To Done.
I’m hoping you’ll go and check it out, and if you’re interested, subscribe. However, not every Zen Habits reader will love Write To Done … it’s aimed at writers … from professionals to people who want to be writers or enjoy writing, bloggers, aspiring novelists and poets to freelance writers. I’m hoping a good number of you will fit into those categories, but who knows?
Write To Done is not a money-making project for me (there aren’t any ads, at least for awhile) … it’s more of an outlet for posts I’ve been wanting to write about writing and blogging. Those kinds of articles don’t fit in well here at Zen Habits, and I really don’t have a good outlet. So this is it.
It’s also a way for me to share what I’ve learned in 17 years of being a professional writer, what I’ve learned in getting a book deal, what I’ve learned as a professional and fairly successful blogger, and what I will learn as I complete my first published book.
Just some of the topics I’ll be covering:
1. The habit of writing.
2. Freelance writing.
3. Blogwriting.
4. Writing fiction.
5. The business of writing.
6. Writing tools.
7. Productivity for writers.
8. Journalism.
9. The craft of writing.
There are a number of articles on there, and that number will be growing as the year progresses. I’ll be posting twice weekly, so you don’t need to worry about your feed reader being overwhelmed by subscribing. I might post an occasional link post or announcement, but mostly it’ll just be two feature posts a week.
Here are the articles up so far:
Edit to Done: Revision and the Art of Being Concise
How to Write First Thing in the Morning
Short Stories: The Art of the Start
Writer’s Dilemma: Your Art vs. Paying the Bills
10 Steps to Create the Habit of Writing
How to Write Without Distractions
I hope you enjoy it, as it’s a work of love. Support my new blog by subscribing — and if you’re a blogger, share it with your readers! Thanks everyone!
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Brilliant comments (58)
Lodewijkvdb Says:
January 24th, 2008, 2:03 am
Great! I actually missed those articles over here. You did some of them in the past and they were very helpful for me as a beginning blogger and beginning writer for that matter.
I love the feedcounter with 1 subscriber! I just doubled it up :)
Good luck on the project and I’ll be over there a lot probably.
Leo Says:
January 24th, 2008, 2:09 am
Lol - yeah, I’m the 1 subscriber. It actually won’t update until later tonight, but I’m hoping it’ll jump by a dozen or so. :)
Thanks for subscribing guys! I look forward to your participation over there as well.
Marie Says:
January 24th, 2008, 2:24 am
Hi Leo,
I only recently came across Zen Habits and I’m loving it! I, too, have quit the outside work world and really need help getting something done at home. Every day feels like a vacation day!
I am excited about Write to Done. Writing and editing are what I do so I am looking forward to your words of wisdom.
Thanks!
Marie
Israel Says:
January 24th, 2008, 2:27 am
I will check it out. I like learning and can apply what I learn there to my blog writing.
Bootstrapping Blog Says:
January 24th, 2008, 2:48 am
subscriber #2 :)
Looks promising and I’ll definitely keep up with it as 2008 is a year I pledge to become a full time blogger by Dec 31st (or sooner).
Congrats on the book deal also :)
Nez Says:
January 24th, 2008, 2:52 am
When it rains, it pours! In a good way, since I’m talking about your trio of good news.
I must be suscriber #3.
Ivan - blatternet.ch Says:
January 24th, 2008, 2:56 am
Cool! As a blogger (in German) and a “long-time” reader of zen habits, I have to subscribe to your new blog. So I guess I’m #4. :-)
Carole Fogarty Says:
January 24th, 2008, 3:03 am
In a year when my only focus is writing this blog couldn’t have come a better time.
Read the articles and already picked up some very potent distinctions.
Yeah!
Congratulations.
Mak Says:
January 24th, 2008, 3:50 am
Congrats, Leo! I’m subscriber #5 :)
This will be a very useful resource for me; I am a blogger, I love writing in general, and my work involves lots of writing. Looking forward to many posts to come.
And, happy birthday Zen Habits!
And, congrats on your publishing deal!!
Wow, so many things to celebrate!
What I thought was really delightful reading these three posts today was that we are seeing you making your dreams come true - here on Zenhabits live! I’m so happy for you.
Daniel Scocco Says:
January 24th, 2008, 5:17 am
I am looking forward to read your advice on these areas Leo. Just subscribed, good luck with it.
James Says:
January 24th, 2008, 5:21 am
Thanks Leo, this is perfect. Count me as another subscriber.
amypalko Says:
January 24th, 2008, 5:35 am
I’ve just subscribed too, Leo. Looks really interesting. Looking forward to reading the content already there and, of course, all future posts.
Jack from eyeflare.com Says:
January 24th, 2008, 6:46 am
Well, you got yourself another subscriber :) I like your writing posts and you’re right that they don’t really fit into Zen Habits.
Ayumi Big Fans Says:
January 24th, 2008, 7:44 am
well what do u know, i just asking when r u gonna post about how to write in zen style, now u have it more than an article. LOL
subscribed it, and i love the design, simple
Stamford Talk Says:
January 24th, 2008, 7:59 am
Love the voice of your new blog.
I’m not such a zen girl- more hyperactive and I’m quite happy that way!- so I am looking forward to articles that are more geared toward my style… but with your zen attitude. :)
Jesse Says:
January 24th, 2008, 8:38 am
Leo-
Congratulations, and welcome (again) to my RSS reader!
Timothy Diokno Says:
January 24th, 2008, 8:53 am
Now this is what I’ve been waiting for!
Steve French Says:
January 24th, 2008, 9:03 am
Awesome Leo! Congratulations!
I’m your 3rd subscriber :-)
Balfour Says:
January 24th, 2008, 9:05 am
Darn, just what we need - another Leo blog to get hooked on!
Maybe I got into the first 20 subscribers?
sd Says:
January 24th, 2008, 9:35 am
Thanks Leo! So, this is one the projects you were talking about…Good luck!
I subscribed already.
Cammy Says:
January 24th, 2008, 9:37 am
Congrats on your many successes. I’m truly looking forward to the new blog!
Drew Says:
January 24th, 2008, 10:22 am
I was a little skeptical when I heard you had undertook more projects. How could something match the quality of Zen Habits. After seeing it though, I am very excited.
As someone who has always been interested in writing, these new articles coming from you are what I have been waiting for. Can’t wait for more.
Keep up the great work Leo.
Morgan Says:
January 24th, 2008, 10:27 am
Yay! ^_^ I will absolutely be subscribing.
Laura Says:
January 24th, 2008, 10:28 am
I am so there. Thanks!
Sen Says:
January 24th, 2008, 10:36 am
Nice! Definitely going to follow your new blog. Not subscribing though, I’ll just surf over the internetwaves to Write to Done, just as I’ve been doing with Zen Habits.
Now, it seems I’ve already got some catching up to do ;)
Faith Kurtyka Says:
January 24th, 2008, 10:52 am
Hurray! I need this!
Soroush Says:
January 24th, 2008, 11:10 am
Subscribed! Will follow your new blog… good luck with it Leo!
steve Says:
January 24th, 2008, 11:49 am
I subscribed too, I like writing, I just don’t think im that good at it so anything to help me is welcomed
Roberto Says:
January 24th, 2008, 12:10 pm
I am working on my first book right now, and I have two additional projects, so your new blog is gonna hit the nail on the head. Just in time. If it’s as good as this blog, I know it will come in very handy.
Thanks!
Pistolette Says:
January 24th, 2008, 12:34 pm
This could not have come at a better time. I’m about to leave my big corporate PR job to go back to freelancing. Thanks so much!
Shawna R. B. Atteberry Says:
January 24th, 2008, 12:35 pm
Very cool, Leo. This writer has already subscribed.
ITrush Says:
January 24th, 2008, 12:47 pm
Wow another great site to watch out for…
nhick
http://www.itrush.com
banji Says:
January 24th, 2008, 13:50 pm
I like the fact that you have established the frequency of posting to twice weekly. Hm must remember to incorporate that in my next blog (should I have any)
Good luck on the new blog. Subscribed and reading :)
Kim Says:
January 24th, 2008, 14:12 pm
I will be suscribing to this when I get home. I want to write, but have no formal training in it (beyond the bare minimum English requirements in school, that is). This will be a great resource for me.
Thanks for sharing your experience and ideas!
Beth @ Unwasted Youth Says:
January 24th, 2008, 14:53 pm
YAYYYYY
:D
I’m so excited! I’ll go on over and have a look now!
James Says:
January 24th, 2008, 15:27 pm
Wow, the second blog. Good luck with that, I know how hard it is to juggle more than one blog. It’s coincidently a good topic to cover too because after tip-toeing around the issue for years, I feel my professional, organized mindset and skills have finally rise up to match my ideas and ambitions to become a writer.
James, Organize IT
Mari Lynn Mann Says:
January 24th, 2008, 15:46 pm
Leo~
Congratulations on your one-year anniversary, your “milestones”, and your new blog! As a blogger and a writer, I’m really looking forward to reading all your “Write to Done” articles and putting your excellent suggestions and ideas into practice. Thanks for all you do!
Mari
janice Says:
January 24th, 2008, 16:05 pm
I really cant believe it!! Now, not only are you living your dream, you’re helping us aspiring writers pursue ours!!! Thanks Leo!!!
Warren Says:
January 24th, 2008, 18:47 pm
Again, congrats. I will definitely be a subscriber. Looking forward to great reading.
Jeannie Says:
January 24th, 2008, 18:50 pm
Great! I found ZH two or three months ago and have been loving it. This new site is just in time for some ideas that have been stewing in my head for a while now, and I’m soon to start taking action on.
I wonder, though, if I could convince you to make available email feeds as you have here? I’m still working on the art of simplicity, and can not yet count on remembering to visit on my own (or check RSS feeds) without those notices in my inbox. ;)
Thanks for your consideration and a great blog. Your success is well-deserved.
sandspiral Says:
January 24th, 2008, 20:07 pm
Leo, it seems very redundant at this point, but congratulations! Given the consistently wonderful quality of Zen Habits, which I’ve been following daily for months now, so I am expecting no less from WTD. (No pressure–)
And in my humble opinion as a writer and an aspiring novelist (and possibly–eek!–soon-to-be-blogger), you couldn’t have picked a topic that interests me more!
I **think** I’ve successfully subscribed via the Google Feeder . . . I’ve never used an RSS feed before. (I subscribe to Zen Habits via straight e-mail, which doesn’t appear to be an option here.)
Anyway, best of luck and thanks in advance!!!
Arif Says:
January 24th, 2008, 21:33 pm
Hey Leo,
Gosh, that’s just what the Doctor Ordered. There are some nice writing blogs out there but they somehow lack the content what a beginner writer needs. By the way, I love listening to the Write Where you Belong Podcast. Something you could check it if you haven’t already. Steve (from Write Where You Belong) has got some amazing tips while being really hilarious about it.
Andrew Weaver Says:
January 25th, 2008, 0:52 am
Great job! I subscribed! From the few articles I’ve read so far, I can already tell I will be looking forward to this blog. I am always looking for ways to improve my writing skills. The more advice and help I can get, the better.
Nazreen Essack Photography Says:
January 25th, 2008, 6:19 am
Congratulations on all your achivements! :)
I love reading your articles, so am happy to have another useful blog to add to the list.
Writing Power -- Loren Says:
January 25th, 2008, 10:09 am
Congratulations on the new blog, Leo! I have been a Zen Habits fan since I found it in April. Your blog was one of the main reasons I decided to launch my own which, strangely enough, is about writing. Writing Power aims to improve people’s written communication skills in order to improve their lives. I am an English professor, though, so it looks like we’ll be coming at the same issue from different angles.
I have added Write to Done to my blogroll. Feel free to take a look at Writing Power if you’re interested. And as always, thanks for your consistently great content.
Cheers,
Loren Blinde
http://www.writingpower.net
Writing Power — write better, live better
Guillermo Says:
January 26th, 2008, 11:27 am
I’m running late but must say, as all the folks abouve, that it’s a GREAT idea. What I’ve read so far is right on.
And that’s the opportunity to thank and congratulate you about Zen Habits, a blog I discovered by chance surfing technorati and which have been on my top list ever since.
Have you ever considered running translated versions in any other languages ? I’m French and would be happy to help ?
Anyway, thx again :)
Tabatha Says:
January 27th, 2008, 16:41 pm
Oh no! Another blog to spend hours on! Thanks a lot ;)
I subscribed.
Darryl Heron Says:
January 28th, 2008, 3:05 am
Leo:
I’m excited about this new project of yous. I hope that you’ll share a lot of the things that us newer bloggers need to know to get things going. Looking foward to more of your great posts!
Darryl Heron
http://systems-overload.blogspot.com/
Proseac Says:
January 29th, 2008, 13:40 pm
Wow. I just stumbled on Zen Habits this past weekend through a link on the GTD forum, and have been really enjoying the pared-down and more practical application of ZTD. And now this. I feel like I’ve found Nirvana! LOL
I have been a wannabe writer for most of my life, since getting encouragement from an English teacher in high school. This new blog of yours just might be the catalyst that gets me to actually DO something about it.
I’ll be spending lots of time on both your bogs. Thanks!
Kellye Parish Says:
January 29th, 2008, 17:06 pm
Oh my gosh, Leo, I’m so excited you’ve got a writing blog out now too! I’ve been a writer/editor for about ten years, so I’m looking forward to keeping up with all your tips on writing prowess. :)
