Is it normal to have writers block?

I have written and rewritten this book for three years, I get half of the way done and then I start all over again.

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88% Normal
Based on 49 votes (43 yes)
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  • Faceless

    Writers just write. Then edit. Maybe you should take hallucinogenics to get your in inspiration back. Or fight the fire fighters.

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  • dappled

    I've never found writing easy. I'm too tightly wound to let my brain free itself enough. This isn't a recommendation but, as a one off, try drinking alcohol and writing mid-way between tipsy and drunk. One of my favourite writers referred to whiskey as "brain oil". It's surprising (but not practical).

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  • I get writers block a lot, I like to write poetry and songs but there are months that I cannot write a single thing, no matter if I do feel inspired, the words just hit the metaphorical wall.

    Just take your time, have a little break, go out with friends etc. and if you come back to it, hopefully your mind will be refreshed and ready to go.

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  • write the first draft all rough and ready, it doesnt matter. then do a 2nd draft honing and refining.

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  • chezycheze

    I don't know if it is normal but it must be good if you have put this much work into it.

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