By Bonnie.Dee On Apr 5 2013, 9:00 am

What makes a hobby suddenly take hold of you and become an obsession? Anyone who is massively invested in a sport or game or maybe a quieter pastime like quilting will tell you they’re not quite sure why they love doing it so very much. It’s just fun. It becomes a need.

So why do writers continue to write even when they’re fighting for every word and it’s no longer fun but has turned into hard work. Is that the time to surrender the keyboard, because you’ve lost the joy in what was once an engaging, fulfilling hobby?

My waffling answer is “it depends”. As with anything in life, sometimes you need to muscle through to the goal no matter what. But creativity is tricky. Sometimes if you’re butting your head against a wall, it’s best to approach from a new angle. Read more…

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