Writing the first draft of a novel, like scaling the north face of the Eiger, presents particular difficulties. In this episode, we look at what those challenges are, and how we can overcome them to get the first draft done.

Episode 116 - Climbing the North Face. Why completing the first draft of your writing project is so hard and how to achieve it

The Creative Writers Toolbelt gives practical accessible advice and encouragement to Creative writers.<br>Each episode explores an aspect of creative writing technique, with examples, allowing you to apply what you learn immediately to your writing. We also throw in the occasional interview with writers and other artists, exploring their wisdom on subjects like story, style, character and the writing process

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The Creative Writers Toolbelt gives practical accessible advice and encouragement to Creative writers. Each episode explores an aspect of creative writing technique, with examples, allowing you to apply what you learn immediately to your writing. We also throw in the occasional interview with writers and other artists, exploring their wisdom on subjects like story, style, character and the writing process

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Episode 116 - Climbing the North Face. Why completing the first draft of your writing project is so hard and how to achieve it

Episode 116 - Climbing the North Face. Why completing the first draft of your writing project is so hard and how to achieve it